Ethel Kennedy, widow of Robert F. Kennedy, has been hospitalized after suffering a stroke, according to a statement from her family. The 92-year-old matriarch of the Kennedy family was admitted to a hospital in Massachusetts on Tuesday and is currently undergoing treatment.
The Kennedy family has asked for privacy during this difficult time and has not released any further details about Ethel Kennedy’s condition. However, they have expressed their gratitude for the outpouring of support and well-wishes from friends, colleagues, and the public.
Ethel Kennedy has been a prominent figure in American politics and philanthropy for decades. She is known for her advocacy work on human rights, social justice, and the environment. As the wife of Robert F. Kennedy, she played a key role in his political career and continued to be a steadfast supporter of the Kennedy family’s legacy after his tragic assassination in 1968.
Ethel Kennedy’s hospitalization has sparked concern among supporters and admirers of the family. Many have taken to social media to express their thoughts and prayers for her swift recovery. The news comes at a time when the Kennedy family is already grappling with the recent death of her daughter, former Maryland Lt. Gov. Kathleen Kennedy Townsend’s daughter, Maeve Kennedy McKean, and her grandson, Gideon Joseph Kennedy McKean, in a tragic boating accident.
As Ethel Kennedy continues her treatment, her family remains hopeful for her recovery and asks for continued support and respect for their privacy. Further updates on her condition will be provided as they become available.
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