A representative for Irv Gotti has confirmed that the 54-year-old music producer recently suffered a stroke.
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Editor’s Note: This article has been updated to reflect exclusive details shared with The Shade Room by Irv Gott’s rep.
More Details About Irv Gotti’s Recent Medical Emergency & Current Health
According to TMZ, music manager Wack 100 initially revealed Gotti’s recent medical emergency during his appearance on a recently released podcast. Furthermore, Wack alleged that people have been keeping Gotti’s condition “under wraps.”
“Oops, I might’ve just said some s**t don’t nobody know,” Wack explained, catching his words. “…Welp, I already done said the s**t… Irv Gotti had a stroke… I got [a picture] of the guy down there at the stroke recovery center… Irv Gotti got a stroke, you see the walker and everything…”
While speaking, Wack explained that the photo he had of Gotti allegedly originated from an employee at the center. Ultimately, the manager concluded his thoughts by asking the public to pray for the producer.
On Wednesday, August 28, TMZ published Wack’s recent comments alongside a statement from Gotti’s representative.
“Irv has been struggling with diabetes for years, which caused him to have a minor stroke over six months ago,” they stated.
Furthermore, the representative explained that Gotti has “changed his diet to eating more healthy.”
“He’s been successful in making a full recovery. Irv is not in a rehab facility,” they added. “He is at home with his family, enjoying life.”
Social Media Sends Prayers
Social media users sent prayers Gotti’s way in The Shade Room’s comment section.
Instagram user @massage.savant wrote, “One thing about life, you never joke about somebody’s health circumstances because your life can change within a blink of a eye you appreciate life and those who have done you wrong you let God handle them, but you never make a comparison about somebody’s health speedy recovery Gotti”
While Instagram user @coopdajuice added, “Boy almost sent himself to glory when he found out Ashanti & Nelly got back together”
Instagram user @msbasketball1 wrote, “Really dislike people who share information without people permission!!!! Sending prayers to IRV… Strokes are no joke.. they leave lasting effects…🙏🏾”
While Instagram user @kimmymar added, “Praying for healing, Irv 🙏🏾.. Never make fun or mock someone’s illness
Instagram user @spoiledassamber wrote, “Didn’t Ashanti announce her pregnancy 6 months ago??? Man almost met the creator behind that pregnancy announcement 😂😂😂😂”
While Instagram user @cantbestill added, “Prayers up for him… yall joking about this man’s life is wild. Hope he heals… a Stroke is no joke.”
Instagram user @aprnbeauty wrote, “That’s terrible wishing him a speedy recovery. It’s a long process . You’re never 100% the same. But the people laughing in the comments remember strokes, can happen at any time at any age to anyone be safe.”
While Instagram user @yamaneika added, “I hate to be that person but that was around the time Ashanti announced her pregnancy to Nelly, stress can really take a toll. Sending prayers”
TSR Exclusive Update
Amid TMZ’s report, Irv Gotti’s rep spoke exclusively with The Shade Room. The rep. explained that Gotti is now in good health and he’s appreciative of fans’ concerns.
“I’m getting older. That’s all,” Gotti reportedly stated. “Only thing worse than getting old is not getting old.”
The producer reportedly explained that life has been and he’s enjoying the company of his sons, Sonny and JJ, and his two dogs. Furthermore, Gotti reportedly noted that his sons were upset about Wack 100 revealing his recent medical emergency.
Nonetheless, the producer noted that he’s focused on his upcoming biopic about DMX.
Irv Gotti Recently Spoke About His Battle With Diabetes
According to TMZ, Gotti previously spoke about his battle with diabetes while appearing on the ‘Drink Champs’ podcast in August 2023.
The outlet notes that Gotti explained he hadn’t been consistent with taking his insulin. Additionally, the music producer reportedly noted that doctors had warned him to make positive changes to his diet.
Most recently, Gotti took to Instagram in April to share a look at his “light lunch” with his followers. The 54-year-old has apparently remained inactive on the platform since then.
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