I am a self professed nerd and I admit I LOVE Discovery Channel. Bear Grylls is a sexy beast and I would like to point out that he often strips for his show so it’s more like education porn. Another show I adore is “Deadliest Catch.” In a sad turn of events, Phil Harris has suffered a stroke while unloading his boat, the Cornelia Marie.
Per NY Daily:
“Deadliest Catch” Captain Phil Harris is reportedly in a coma after undergoing 12 hours of surgery Sunday night.
The Seattle-based skipper of the Cornelia Marie, who suffered a stroke on Friday, was placed under a medically-induced coma to reduce brain swelling.
Phil’s two sons, Josh and Jake, released a statement via the Discovery Channel’s site.
“Josh and Jake Harris thank everyone for their heartfelt thought and prayers. ‘The Deadliest Catch’ community has always been more like family than just fans, and Discovery Channel joins the Harris boys in thanking everyone for their wishes of support. Captain Phil is resting comfortably and is in the care of excellent doctors and nurses. We will update everyone on his progress as best we can.”
Get well soon!
UPDATE: Phil Harris woke up! Huzzah y’all! The health plagued Captain of the Cornelia Marie woke up from his medically induced coma on Tuesday.
Via TMZ:
Jake and Josh Harris tell TMZ their dad “showed some good signs of improvement” today, including squeezing their hands. Harris’ sons — who both work with him aboard the F/V Cornelia Marie — say they are “encouraged but still very cautious” as Captain Phil recovers from the stroke he suffered on Friday.
One really good sign — his sons tell us that shortly after waking up, Harris told his doctors and nurses: “Don’t f**k up.”
Fantastic news!
Guess I’m a nerd with you Dame Cara because Captain Phil is one of my favorites and I never miss the show. I certainly hope he will be alright. The show won’t be the same without him.
OMG, he HAS TO GET BETTER!!! The show won’t be the same without him. My prayer’s are with you Capt Phil.