The Doctor of Style remains in intensive care following a serious medical emergency
Summary
– Former WWE manager Slick is reportedly recovering in the ICU after suffering a heart attack and undergoing open-heart surgery
– Slick reached the hospital in time and successfully made it through surgery, according to an update from Steve Stasiak
– His recovery is reportedly progressing slowly as family friends and wrestling fans continue supporting him
Former WWE manager Slick is reportedly recovering in intensive care after suffering a heart attack and undergoing open-heart surgery. Steve Stasiak of Book Pro Wrestlers shared the update on August 16.
Slick, whose real name is Kenneth Johnson, reached the hospital in time and successfully underwent surgery. His recovery is said to be moving slowly, but the latest information indicates that he is on the mend.
According to Stasiak, Andrew Anderson shared the information after Mary Alice Gray, the wife of One Man Gang, spoke directly with Slick.
The medical emergency came as wrestling fans were recognizing the anniversary of Slick’s WWF debut. He joined the company in 1986 and became one of its most recognizable managers during that era.
Slick managed several notable wrestlers during his WWF career, including One Man Gang, Akeem, and Big Boss Man. His colorful Doctor of Style character became a memorable part of WWE programming during the late 1980s and early 1990s.
For now, the focus remains on Slick’s recovery as he continues receiving medical care following the heart attack and surgery.
