E Street Band Member Clarence Clemons Suffers a Stroke

By Christo Varghese Posted Jun 12th 2011 11:55PM

Bruce Springsteen's E Street Band's legendary saxophonist Clarence Clemons has had a stroke on Sunday - June 12th.

Rolling Stone is confirming reports which have said that Clemons is "seriously ill after a stroke at his home in Florida."

The severity of the stroke cannot be confirmed, as of now.

Clemons, 69, known by fans as 'The Big Man', has been playing the saxophone and performing with Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band for more than three decades.

Clemons has had a string of medical ailments in recent years, mostly involving his back and knees. In the past year, Clemons has had both knees replaced and spinal fusion surgery.

Even when his medical conditions caused him to suffer a tremendous amount of pain and discomfort, Clemons has not missed any concerts.

After finishing up his last tour with Springsteen and the band, he is quoted by Rolling Stone saying that he was in a lot of pain during the tour, "That last tour was hell. Pure hell."

Nevertheless, Clemons has been very busy; He played on two songs in Lady Gaga's new album 'Born This Way', and even performed with her on the season finale of 'American Idol' last month.

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Monday 13 June

By Kelli

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Wishing Clarence a full recovery. Keeping him in my thoughts and prayers at this time. God Bless you.

By Rick Pultz

Everyone in the 757 area are hoping you get well quick Clarence. You are a Hampton Roads (Chesapeake native) Legend.

By SgtJoeFriday

One of the best saxophonists I've ever heard. Wish him a great recovery because he still got good saxophone playing to go.

By Andrea

Big Man, I wish you a full and speedy recovery. The Boss has been my fav for so many years, and you're a major part of that. My thoughts go out to you and your family.

By HerkimerFudpucker

I never heard of the guy but I do wish him a speedy recovery.

By Kyrie Page

Mr Clemons, you're in my thoughts and prayers for a quick, full recovery. Thank you for the many hours of enjoyment your talent and music have given me. I look forward to many more.

By turbogtrmstr

Tom Clarence is still here, why the bye? Oh well, Clarence man you can pull through, fight the good fight. The Band Was U And Bruce Best Wishes.

Get some E Street Band Dvd's, Then you will know.

Monday 20 June

By David Waikem

Why are the E. Street Band not in the Rock N Roll Hall of Fame? Someone explain how Springsteen can get in and the band left out?
God Speed Big Man!

By NJ E-STREETER

A member of one of the greatest bands ever. Thank you for being a part of the Band that has brought me much enjoyment and has gotten me through many tough times over the years.

Wishing you a full and speedy recovery Big Man! You and your family are in my prayers.

By jay

get better soon Big Man. Bless

By RICK

CLARENCE CLEMONS IS ONE OF OUR BEST ROCK 'N' ROLL SAXOPHONE PLAYERS,I WISH HIM NOTHING BUT THE BEST. GOD BE WITH YOU
GET WELL!!!

Tuesday 14 June

By karen henson

God speed on a full recovery and prayers and thoughts are with u...been a fan of bruce and the band for years and this really grabbed at my heart....best wishes for a recovery.

By Perry Thacker

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Hey Big Guy.Sorry to hear about your stroke. I, too, had a stroke in December 2010. You can't keep us old rockers down. I am sure you will be OK. Prayers your way. A new drug Pradaxa is keeping me together.

By Pubster197

Nothing good about having a stroke & some are far worst than death. Especially, the stroke known as locked in. Tne person who referenced crack is ignorant of the main factors contributing to strokes including high blood pressure, diabetes, & cholesterol being the main causes not crack. At his age and from my personal experiance with stroke, death can be a kind friend depending upon the damage done. You can only hope to prevent a stroke. Brain cells do not recover. I wish him & his family the best.

By Ebenzer

A VERY GOOD SITE.

By geo.

As a lover of great music, IMO he is like no other, one of the best sax players I have ever heard. He played many times with the Grateful Dead and so many others. We will miss you Mr. Clemens.. Get well soon!

By Kadilak

God be with you Clarence.

By frauszq

Best wishes, Clarence.
This Train loves you and is praying for your full recovery!

By Jake

Get well soon Big Man!!!!

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