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In 2021, the renowned music producer Dr. Dre was hospitalized for a brain aneurysm, spending two weeks at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Recently, Dre opened up about his experience, revealing he had three strokes during his hospital stay. He shared these details while appearing on SiriusXM’s “This Life of Mine with James Corden,” discussing the events that led to his intensive care unit stay.
Dre recalled the moment he felt an intense pain behind his right ear, describing it as the worst pain he had ever experienced. Despite the pain, he tried to continue with his day, thinking rest might help. However, a friend of his son insisted on taking him to the hospital, which led to the urgent care staff recognizing the severity of his condition.
After being hospitalized in 2021 for a brain aneurysm, rapper and producer Dr. Dre says he suffered three strokes. (Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Met Museum/Vogue)
Dre shared that he was in and out of consciousness and eventually found himself in the ICU. He spent two weeks there, during which doctors informed him how fortunate he was to survive. Throughout his hospital stay, Dre experienced three strokes, prompting him to question if his lifestyle could have prevented the health scare. Despite being physically active, Dre was unaware of his high blood pressure, a condition he later learned could strike without warning.
Doctors explained to Dre that high blood pressure is hereditary and particularly common among Black men, often referred to as the “silent killer.” This experience profoundly changed Dre’s outlook on life, making him appreciate every moment more deeply. He expressed this sentiment during his conversation with Corden, reflecting on the fragility of life and the things beyond our control.
Dr. Dre poses for a photo while taping James Corden’s SiriusXM show. (Emma McIntyre/Getty Images for SiriusXM)
Dre’s ordeal highlights the importance of health awareness and the unpredictable nature of medical emergencies. It serves as a reminder to cherish life and remain vigilant about health issues that can arise suddenly, regardless of one’s physical condition or lifestyle choices.
Dr. Dre says that while he was in the hospital, he suffered three strokes. (Theo Wargo/Getty Images for The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame)
This story underscores the critical need for regular health check-ups and awareness of one’s medical history. Dre’s experience is a wake-up call to all, emphasizing that health can change in an instant, and the importance of being prepared and informed cannot be overstated.