Exclusive: Springsteen Sax Man Clarence Clemons Said Seriously Ill from Stroke
Exclusive: We’re sending prayers to The Big Man, Clarence Clemons He is said to be seriously ill after a stroke at his home in Florida. The legendary, magnificent saxophone star of Bruce Springsteen’s E Street Band has had health complications in the past and overcome them. But this situation, as described to me this evening, sounds pretty dire. I am told that members of the E Street Band were advised to get down to Florida as soon as possible. Clarence has a history with Springsteen going back to the early 70s. It’s his trademark sound on “Rosalita” and other songs from “The Wild, the Innocent and the E Street Shuffle” that established Bruce, and moved him from singer songwriter to R&B aficionado. By the time Clarence’s sax is heard on “Born to Run” in 1975, Springsteen’s entire trajectory is changed. More recently, in addition to working with Bruce, Clarence can be heard all over Lady Gaga’s “Born this Way” album.
PS Thanks to everyone who gave us credit for this sad scoop–except of course the hacks at the Hollywood Reporter.
The Weisbergers (NJ)
Our prayers and positive energy go out to the Big Man for a speedy and meaningful recovery in return for all the joy and inspiration he has given us thru his music.- Especially from our own budding “Little Big Man” sax student in our home.
Anybody know where to address cards/letters?
Matt S.
Prayers and best luck sent your way Big Man.
William
Fuerza Clarence “Big Man” Cleamons!! Los fans estamos contigo
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Robin
So sad…sending good thoughts his way.
Gian
Who care who picked up the story first! A wonderful man is sick. All that matters right now is the power of prayer from his fans all around the E Street Nation.
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Dick Conklin
Just heard the sad news about Clarence Clemons. He is much loved at the Dockside Bar and Grill in the Florida Keys, where he would sit in with other jammers at our long-running Sunday Jam sessions. The prayers of all Docksiders go out to the Big Man!
Trish McHale
Hey Clarence,
Love you and wish you a full recovery.
Trish McHale
Santa Barbara
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Robert Curti
Hang in there Clarence…You are the heart and soul of the magical music that you, Bruce and the E-Street band has delivered for 30 plus years! God Bless you Big Man.
guy
my prayerers are with you big man wou are a exclamation point of the E street band. Bruce knew what he was doing when he got you to join the band I sure the boss would agree threre would be no e street band without you love tou big man you will beat this
The Angel
Keep strong Big Man my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
You are not ready to Hang up your Rock n Roll shoes we won’t let you.
I the words of the Boss “I have seen the future of the whole fucking thing, and it’s Big Man Clarence Clemons!!”
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guy treater
we are praying for you big man, I am sure Bruce would agree without you playing there would not be a E Street Band. We love you brother.we are from youngstown, O. NEED i SAY MORE.
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Erick Marie
Big MAN, Best wishes 2 you. thanks for the music, U are the the best.
PEACE AND LOVE!!
Alex
C u on the road big man
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mj
Big Man–rooting for you. love, mj
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sue (johnson) gillet
I pray, cry, pray, cry for clarence to recover…may I please send a Mass…. spiritual.wishes..he must have many flowers.I will find him…..God Bless You Clarence
Steve Lamm
Big Man, hearing reports that you are showing signs of improving. God is looking down one of the good ones. Continue to get better. E Street Nation is praying for you!
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Red Miles Md State
It is now Clarence you can play your music throughout eternity and the Angels will rejoice forever…
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