Ethel Kennedy, the widow of former U.S. Attorney General and presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy, has been hospitalized after suffering a stroke in her sleep, according to a statement released by her family on Friday. The 96-year-old matriarch of the Kennedy family is currently in the intensive care unit at a local hospital.
Ethel Kennedy, the widow of Robert F. Kennedy, is in stable condition after suffering a stroke in her sleep on Thursday morning, according to a statement released by her family.
Ethel Kennedy, Widow of RFK, Suffers Stroke
The 96-year-old Kennedy was taken to a local hospital, where she is being treated in the intensive care unit. Her family said she is "resting comfortably" and is "expected to make a full recovery."
Ethel Kennedy is a prominent figure in American history. She married Robert F. Kennedy in 1950, and they had 11 children together. Robert F. Kennedy was assassinated in 1968 while running for president.
Ethel Kennedy has been a vocal advocate for social justice and human rights throughout her life. She is the founder of the Ethel Kennedy Foundation, which supports organizations working to improve the lives of children and families.
In a statement released on Friday, Ethel Kennedy's daughter, Kathleen Kennedy Townsend, said her mother is "a fighter" and that she is "confident that she will overcome this challenge."
"My mother has always been a source of strength and inspiration for our family and for countless others," Townsend said. "She is a remarkable woman who has dedicated her life to making a difference in the world."
Ethel Kennedy's grandson, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., also released a statement on Friday, saying that his grandmother is "a warrior" and that she is "not going to give up."
"My grandmother is a force of nature," Kennedy Jr. said. "She has overcome so much in her life, and I know she will get through this."
Ethel Kennedy's stroke has been met with an outpouring of support from friends, family, and supporters around the world. Many have taken to social media to express their well wishes and to share their memories of Kennedy.
"Ethel Kennedy is a true American hero," one supporter wrote on Twitter. "She has dedicated her life to fighting for justice and equality. I am praying for her recovery."
"Ethel Kennedy is an inspiration to us all," another supporter wrote. "She is a reminder that even in the face of adversity, we can overcome anything."
Kennedy's family has asked for privacy during this difficult time. They said they will provide updates on her condition as they become available.
