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Jim Kelly Says He Had Minor Stroke This Spring and Is Recovering

Clean post-stroke scans reassure fans about his recovery.

Overview

  • Kelly disclosed the stroke at the Buffalo BillsHighmark Stadium ribbon-cutting on June 23, saying the event was when he first spoke publicly about the setback.
  • He told reporters he spent a few days in the hospital and that he currently feels good as he continues to recover.
  • Kelly said follow-up scans for the stroke and his prior cancer have come back clean, though he reported lingering eyesight and hearing issues.
  • He said he hopes to attend Bills games in the new stadium this fall and specifically plans to be at the home opener on Sept. 17.
  • The revelation adds to a long public health history that began with a 2013 squamous cell carcinoma diagnosis and highlights Kelly’s ongoing role as a visible figure for Bills fans and local charities.