“Gymnast Mary Lou Retton 'fighting for her life,' daughter says”

[BobPSU92]

Mary Lou Retton 'fighting' for life, daughter says

Gymnast Mary Lou Retton, who became the first American to win the all-around gold at the 1984 Olympics, is "fighting for her life," her daughter said.

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[psuro]

Saw that earlier today.....sad. She was America's Sweetheart.

 

[PSU Mike]

Was married to Texas QB Shannon Kelley for a long time. Hope she beats this bug.

 

[s1uggo72]

I hope she has the determination of a horse.

 

[psu31trap]

They said it was a unique strand of pneumonia. I wish her a speedy recovery.

I read a little about her divorce which was terrible as well.

 

[step.eng69]

"Kelley said Retton, 55, has been in intensive care for more than a week."
Kelley started a fundraising campaign on Retton's behalf for medical expenses, writing that Retton does not have medical insurance.

My son's age, 55, I really feel for her family.