Bob Odenkirk in stable condition following ‘heart-related incident;’ son says ‘He’s going to be OK’
“Better Call Saul” star Bob Odenkirk is in stable condition following a “heart related incident,” his representative told the Daily News Wednesday.
The 58-year-old Emmy winner collapsed Tuesday while recording his AMC show in New Mexico.
“He and his family would like to express gratitude for the incredible doctors and nurses looking after him, as well as his cast, crew and producers who have stayed by his side,” a statement said. “The Odenkirks would also like to thank everyone for the outpouring of well wishes and ask for their privacy at this time as Bob works on his recovery.”
In “Better Call Saul,” Odenirk stars as sleazy but brilliant attorney Saul Goodman, which is a role he originated in the hit series “Breaking Bad.”
Odenkirk’s son Nate gave needed reassurance to the actor’s many fans.
He's going to be okay.
— Nate Odenkirk (@birthdaynate) July 28, 2021
“He’s going to be okay,” Nate Odenkirk tweeted Wednesday evening.
He got a quick response from Michael McKean, who played Odenkirk’s brother on “Better Call Saul.”
“Thanks, Nate. Love him up good, hear?” McKean tweeted.
And Rhea Seehorn, who plays Odenkirk’s wife on the show, responded with a tweet of 10 heart emojis.
Earlier on Wednesday, Bryan Cranston, who worked with him on “Breaking Bad,” said he was feeling “anxious” after hearing Odenkirk had collapsed.
“Please take a moment in your day today to think about him and send positive thoughts and prayers his way,” Cranston wrote.
Odenkirk started as a writer on “Saturday Night Live,” where he worked from 1987 to 1991. From there, he teamed up with David Cross on the comedy series “Mr. Show.” HIs TV appearances include parts on “Curb Your Enthusiasm,” “Arrested Development” and the FX series “Fargo.”
