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.
[…] froze all over the world, then, when it was announced earlier this week that the Big Man had suffered a stroke. Reports place the musician in serious but stable condition, with fans openly invited to send […]
[…] [Source: Showbiz 411] […]
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[…] Sunday night; no further details about his health were currently available at press time. However, Showbiz 411 reported that the musician’s condition is very […]
[…] Sunday night; no further details about his health were currently available at press time. However, Showbiz 411 reported that the musician’s condition is very […]
[…] Sunday night; no further details about his health were currently available at press time. However, Showbiz 411 reported that the musician’s condition is very […]
[…] Sunday night; no further details about his health were currently available at press time. However, Showbiz 411 reported that the musician’s condition is very […]
[…] Sunday night; no further details about his health were currently available at press time. However, Showbiz 411 reported that the musician’s condition is very […]
[…] Sunday night; no further details about his health were currently available at press time. However, Showbiz 411 reported that the musician’s condition is very […]
[…] Sunday night; no further details about his health were currently available at press time. However, Showbiz 411 reported that the musician’s condition is very […]
[…] Sunday night; no further details about his health were currently available at press time. However, Showbiz 411 reported that the musician’s condition is very […]
[…] Sunday night; no further details about his health were currently available at press time. However, Showbiz 411 reported that the musician’s condition is very […]
[…] Sunday night; no further details about his health were currently available at press time. However, Showbiz 411 reported that the musician’s condition is very […]
[…] Sunday night; no further details about his health were currently available at press time. However, Showbiz 411 reported that the musician’s condition is very […]
[…] Sunday night; no further details about his health were currently available at press time. However, Showbiz 411 reported that the musician’s condition is very […]
It is now Clarence you can play your music throughout eternity and the Angels will rejoice forever…
[…] Sunday night; no further details about his health were currently available at press time. However, Showbiz 411 reported that the musician’s condition is very […]
[…] Sunday night; no further details about his health were currently available at press time. However, Showbiz 411 reported that the musician’s condition is very […]
[…] Sunday night; no further details about his health were currently available at press time. However, Showbiz 411 reported that the musician’s condition is very […]
[…] Sunday night; no further details about his health were currently available at press time. However, Showbiz 411 reported that the musician’s condition is very […]
[…] Sunday night; no further details about his health were currently available at press time. However, Showbiz 411 reported that the musician’s condition is very […]
[…] Sunday night; no further details about his health were currently available at press time. However, Showbiz 411 reported that the musician’s condition is very […]
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!
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
[…] to Showbiz 411, the legendary saxophone player of Bruce Springsteen’s E-Street Band, Clarence Clemons is now […]
Big Man–rooting for you. love, mj
[…] 69, is “said to be seriously ill after a stroke at his home in Florida,” according to Showbiz411.com, who also says members of the E Street Band were “advised to get down to Florida as soon as […]
C u on the road big man
Big MAN, Best wishes 2 you. thanks for the music, U are the the best.
PEACE AND LOVE!!
[…] Sunday night; no further details about his health were currently available at press time. However, Showbiz 411 reported that the musician’s condition is very […]
[…] Stone can confirm reports that Clarence Clemons has had a stroke. The news broke this evening at 411.com, which reported that Clemons is “seriously ill after a stroke at his home in Florida.” […]
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.
[…] the past few years including having both knees replaced and back fusion surgery. Roger Friedman at Showbiz411 reports: “this situation, as described to me this evening, sounds pretty dire. I am told that […]
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!!”
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
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.
[…] del músico, compañero inseparable de Bruce Springsteen desde comienzos de los años setenta. Según la página web 411.com, los miembros del grupo ya han sido avisados para que se trasladen a Florida (donde Clemons reside […]
[…] suffered a stroke at his home last night at his home in Florida, an AP source confirmed after an initial Showbiz411 report surfaced last night. The Showbiz411 story suggests that the stroke was extremely serious, but there […]
Hey Clarence,
Love you and wish you a full recovery.
Trish McHale
Santa Barbara
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!
[…] Sunday night; no further details about his health were currently available at press time. However, Showbiz 411 reported that the musician’s condition is very […]
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.
So sad…sending good thoughts his way.
[…] orders to hightail it down to The Sunshine State, if they intend to see Clemons alive, according to Showbiz 411 Gossip Guy Roger Friedman.“This situation, as described to me this evening, sounds pretty dire. I am told that members […]
Fuerza Clarence “Big Man” Cleamons!! Los fans estamos contigo
Prayers and best luck sent your way Big Man.
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?
[…] E Street Band, suffered a stroke on Sunday, June 12, at his home in Florida. According to Showbiz 411, the 69-year-old, aka “Big Man,” is “seriously […]
[…] 69, is “said to be seriously ill after a stroke at his home in Florida,” according to Showbiz411.com, who also says members of the E Street Band were “advised to get down to Florida as soon as […]
[…] Sunday night; no further details about his health were currently available at press time. However, Showbiz 411 reported that the musician’s condition is very […]
[…] 69, is “said to be seriously ill after a stroke at his home in Florida,” according to Showbiz411.com, who also says members of the E Street Band were “advised to get down to Florida as soon as […]
Hang in there Big Man! Our thoughts are with you!
[…] Sunday night; no further details about his health were currently available at press time. However, Showbiz 411 reported that the musician’s condition is very […]
Get well, BIG MAN, we love you.
My prayers are with you Big Man. E-Street nation will be looking forward to your recovery. If we are walking a hand should slip free, I’ll wait for you.
[…] del músico, compañero inseparable de Bruce Springsteen desde comienzos de los años setenta. Según la página web 411.com, los miembros del grupo ya han sido avisados para que se trasladen a Florida (donde Clemons reside […]
God Speed from all in Arizona. May God watch over you during your recovery and we look for you further on up the road in the future
Prayers to Clarence that he is able to pull through this health crisis. We love you!
[…] E Street Band saxophonist Clarence Clemons suffered a stroke at his home in Florida, according to Showbiz411. While there has been no official confirmation of […]
I am so sad to hear this news.I pray for trhe Big Man to get well soon.
god bless you clarence and our best wishes for a speedy and full recovery!
Stay strong Big Man…
Big Man,
You ARE the soul of the band and from one NJ guy to another, godspeed, get well, and know the entire Garden State has your back, brother!
Scott
[…] 69, is “said to be seriously ill after a stroke at his home in Florida,” according to Showbiz411.com, who also says members of the E Street Band were “advised to get down to Florida as soon as […]
[…] to Roger Friedman of Showbiz 411: “This situation, as described to me this evening, sounds pretty dire. I am told that […]
[…] del músico, compañero inseparable de Bruce Springsteen desde comienzos de los años setenta. Según la página web 411.com, los miembros del grupo ya han sido avisados para que se trasladen a Florida (donde Clemons reside […]
get better clarence we love you–you’re the best!! you cannot be replaced.your sax playing is awesome therapy.
e-street fans—love you
[…] 69, is “said to be seriously ill after a stroke at his home in Florida,” according to Showbiz411.com, who also says members of the E Street Band were “advised to get down to Florida as soon as […]
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Clarence, sending all my good karma from Connecticut to Florida..
Wiping away the tears as I silently say a prayer for you, Big Man. Please feel the love from your entire, extended E-Street family. May God bless you and return you to us soon so that you may continue your mission of bringing love and joy to the world. We need you my brother. All my love and support.
My prayers and thoughts are with you Big Man for a speedy recovery! And my prayers go out to Bruce and the band for all to be at peace, get through this together so one day you can all be playing together again!
[…] noticia se ha publicado primero en la web de celebridades Showbiz411, donde se afirma que se ha alertado a los miembros de la E Street Band para que se desplacen a […]
[…] cerebral mientras descansaba en la residencia que el músico posee en Florida. La publicación Showbiz 411, que fue la primera que sacó a la luz esta información, ha señalado que el estado del amigo de […]
You are in my prayers Clarence, heard you on the radio first thing this morning when I awoke, immediately recognised your wonderful sound
God bless you
Maria x
[…] weekend (June 11-12), according to reports. The severity of his condition is not yet clear, though Showbiz411.com claims that he is “seriously ill,” according […]
[…] Stone can confirm reports that Clarence Clemons has had a stroke. The news broke this evening at 411.com, which reported that Clemons is “seriously ill after a stroke at his home in Florida.” […]
[…] Clarence Clemons Said To Be Seriously Ill From Stroke […]
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[…] E Street Band, has suffered a stroke at his home in Florida, according to multiple reports. Showbiz411, who was the first to report on Clemons’ stroke, said the musician is “said to be […]
[…] Showbiz411 broke the story (Is it that hard to do TMZ?) about the musician and said he is seriously ill after suffering the stroke. He is one of the original members of Bruce Springsteen's E Street Band. […]
Big Man, you can’t possibly know what your music has meant to me, especially when I was a troubled teenager and I heard Born To Run and Darkness On The Edge Of Town. And because those albums gave me something to hold on to, I know that they also gave hope to other kids who were like me. Today I am a truly happy 50 year old man and I cannot think of those days without thinking of Scooter and the Big Man busting this city in half. Thank you, get well, Godspeed, you are so loved.
Ken
Burbank, Ca
[…] Showbiz411, who was the first to report on Clemons’ stroke, said the musician is “said to be seriously ill,” while Rolling Stone confirmed the stroke occurred but said it did not have information on its severity. […]
Muy thoughts are with the Big Man for a speed and full recovery.
[…] Stone can confirm reports that Clarence Clemons has had a stroke. The news broke this evening at 411.com, which reported that Clemons is “seriously ill after a stroke at his home in Florida.” […]
Get well and my prayers are with you my friend.
[…] suffered a stroke. Originally, the news of Clemons’ medical condition was first seen on 411.com earlier today. The article reported that Clemons is “seriously ill after a stroke at his […]
Everyone please just take a few seconds from your life to send your best thoughts to Clarence Clemens for his recovery. <3 Holly
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Prayers going to Clarence Clemons for God to give him recovery from this stroke. Hopefully, this will not be too serious and that the doctors were able to successfully give him the TPA treatment that he needed to avoid the worsening effects of the stroke. Prayers to his family, friends, Bruce Springsteen, E Street Band as they wait for more updates on Clarence’s condition. Hang in there, you all! God will be with you thru all of this!
Chari Mercier :)
St. Pete, FL
This story has been picked up by MSNBC on line.
http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/43374564/ns/today-entertainment/
As a big fan of his work, my heart goes out to him and his family and I hope he has a speedy recovery!
Thoughts and prayers for a 100% recovery for you Clarence.
[…] E Street Band saxophone player Clarence Clemons, 69, has reportedly suffered from a stroke and is “seriously ill” according to Showbiz411.com. […]
DEAR CLARENCE,
I will be PRAYING for you for a speedy recovery. I will be praying for you’re family as well. I believe in the power of PRAYER. Hang in there BIG MAN. May God Bless You and May You’re very own GARDIAN ANGEL be with you and protect you, in JESUS name. Amen
Best regards,
Nancy Ryan/RYAN ROCKS/Asbury Park, NJ
Please keep “THE BIG MAN” in your PRAYERS!
[…] Springsteen and the E Street Band, has suffered a stroke and is now seriously ill, according to Showbiz411.com.Clemens, 69, has suffered numerous health problems in recent years. Speaking recently with Rolling […]
[…] 411 is the only outlet reporting this news, so we will keep you posted if there are any further developments. Clemons recently had to back out […]
Lots of prayers coming from Boston to Florida tonight…hang tough Clarence
it’s all going to be illuminating! Love and hope!