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  •   Home > News > Entertainment

    Jerry Messing has been left partially paralysed after battling coronavirus

    The 35-year-old actor was hospitalised in August with the virus and placed on a ventilator and though he is now out of an intensive care unit (ICU) and breathing without the aid of a machine, he’s still suffering a string of issues


    The ‘Freaks and Geeks’ actor – who portrayed Gordon Crisp in the cult series – told TMZ he has trouble moving his arms and legs, and cannot stand or walk by himself.

    However, he has been undergoing physical therapy sessions and working with a machine to regain movement in his legs.

    His father explained he is being cared for at a rehab centre in Tampa, Florida.

    Jerry – who no longer has a fever or cough and has tested negative for coronavirus – has been warned by doctors he could have a long recovery ahead but he is trying to stay positive and thinks “things are looking up” for him.

    It was previously reported the ‘Even Stevens’ actor was awaiting his second Pfizer vaccine when he contracted the virus, and he’s been advised to wait for the next dose until he’s fully recovered from the pneumonia he also contracted when battling COVID-19.

    When news of the actor’s hospitalisation broke last month, his dad James admitted his son was “struggling to survive” but “nobody [was] allowed to visit.”

    ‘Freaks and Geeks’ creator Paul Feig send a message of support via his Twitter account at the time.

    He wrote: "Sending all my love and positive energy to Jerry Messing, a wonderful talented guy. He was such an important part of ‘Freaks & Geeks’ in his role as the always upbeat Gordon Crisp. Here's to a full recovery, my friend."

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