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NJ filmmaker Kevin Smith suffers ‘massive heart attack’
Posted: Updated:New Jersey actor-director Kevin Smith says he had a “massive” heart attack after performing at a Los Angeles comedy show Sunday night.
Smith, 47, said on Twitter early Monday morning that if he hadn’t canceled his second show Sunday and gone to the hospital, he would have died. Smith credited a doctor with saving his life after the 47-year-old “Clerks” filmmaker suffered a total blockage of his left coronary artery, often referred to as “the widow maker.”
After the first show this evening, I had a massive heart attack. The Doctor who saved my life told me I had 100% blockage of my LAD artery (aka “the Widow-Maker”). If I hadn’t canceled show 2 to go to the hospital, I would’ve died tonight. But for now, I’m still above ground! pic.twitter.com/M5gSnW9E5h
— KevinSmith (@ThatKevinSmith) February 26, 2018
Smith posted a photo of himself lying in a hospital bed looking stunned. He added: “For now, I’m still above ground.”
Representatives for Smith didn’t immediately return messages Monday.
Smith currently hosts a reality series set at his comics shop in Red Bank.
The Associated Press news wire service contributed to this report.
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Up to 4 inches of snow possible today; sleet and rain to follow
Up to 4 inches of snow possible today; sleet and rain to follow
Snow is falling across the Garden State, and the state is expected to see a mixed bag of precipitation today, with snow, sleet and rain all on tap for New Jersey.
Snow is falling across the Garden State, and the state is expected to see a mixed bag of precipitation today, with snow, sleet and rain all on tap for New Jersey.
SCHOOL CLOSINGS: Schools Closings and Delays
SCHOOL CLOSINGS: Schools Closings and Delays
Some schools and educational programs have announced closings or have adjusted their schedules due to the storm.
Some schools and educational programs have announced closings or have adjusted their schedules due to the storm.
Prosecutors: Driver was under the influence in crash that killed 3 people
Prosecutors: Driver was under the influence in crash that killed 3 people
Prosecutors say a man has been charged following a crash that killed three people in Wayne.Prosecutors say a man has been charged following a crash that killed three people in Wayne.Report: School bus driver overdosed while driving children
Report: School bus driver overdosed while driving children
A Newark school bus driver overdosed on narcotics and had to be revived by Narcan after a crash with children on board, according to a report by WABC.A Newark school bus driver overdosed on narcotics and had to be revived by Narcan after a crash with children on board, according to a report by WABC.VIDEO: Student almost hit by bus that dropped him off; bus did not have safety arm
VIDEO: Student almost hit by bus that dropped him off; bus did not have safety arm
A video out of Lakewood shows some scary moments after a young student was almost hit by a bus that just dropped him off.A video out of Lakewood shows some scary moments after a young student was almost hit by a bus that just dropped him off.Sources: Actor Jussie Smollett involved in racist letter sent to actor; police dismiss tip
Sources: Actor Jussie Smollett involved in racist letter sent to actor; police dismiss tip
Chicago police have now dismissed a tip about the night “Empire” actor Jussie Smollett claims he was attacked.Chicago police have now dismissed a tip about the night “Empire” actor Jussie Smollett claims he was attacked.Customs intercepts over $12M in meth at border crossing; Mexican citizen arrested
Customs intercepts over $12M in meth at border crossing; Mexican citizen arrested
Customs and Border Protection agents intercepted nearly $13 million worth of methamphetamine inside a truck carrying frozen strawberries that crossed into the U.S. from Mexico.Customs and Border Protection agents intercepted nearly $13 million worth of methamphetamine inside a truck carrying frozen strawberries that crossed into the U.S. from Mexico.State police issue commercial vehicle travel restriction
State police issue commercial vehicle travel restriction
State police have issued a commercial vehicle travel restriction due to the expected and upcoming weather conditions.State police have issued a commercial vehicle travel restriction due to the expected and upcoming weather conditions.New social media challenge involves teens staging their own disappearances
New social media challenge involves teens staging their own disappearances
Police are warning parents about a new risky social media challenge involving teens staging their own disappearances.Police are warning parents about a new risky social media challenge involving teens staging their own disappearances.Education Matters -- Plainfield students attend Project Pride assembly
Education Matters -- Plainfield students attend Project Pride assembly
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National Love Your Pet Day Photos
National Love Your Pet Day Photos
Send us photos us photos of all of the pets you love!Send us photos us photos of all of the pets you love!Photos from Toy Fair 2019
Photos from Toy Fair 2019
The 116th annual North American International Toy Fair has begun.The 116th annual North American International Toy Fair has begun.Just Married in New Jersey
Just Married in New Jersey
News 12 New Jersey wants to announce your wedding. If you were married in the past 90 days, please submit your photos via Twitter or Instagram using #JustMarriedNJ.
News 12 New Jersey wants to announce your wedding. If you were married in the past 90 days, please submit your photos via Twitter or Instagram using #JustMarriedNJ.
2019 PNC Bank Arts Center Concert Lineup
2019 PNC Bank Arts Center Concert Lineup
Check out the 2019 concert series lineup at PNC Bank Arts Center,
Check out the 2019 concert series lineup at PNC Bank Arts Center,
Musical acts at the Hard Rock Casino in Atlantic City
Musical acts at the Hard Rock Casino in Atlantic City
The Hard Rock Casino in Atlantic City opened its doors on June 28 at the site of the old Trump Taj Mahal. The Hard Rock is living up to its name with a lineup of some of music's biggest stars.
The Hard Rock Casino in Atlantic City opened its doors on June 28 at the site of the old Trump Taj Mahal. The Hard Rock is living up to its name with a lineup of some of music's biggest stars.
Guide: New Jersey Breweries
Guide: New Jersey Breweries
Looking to check out brewery this summer? There are many breweries across the state for beer-lovers to visit. Check out our list for breweries in your area.
Looking to check out brewery this summer? There are many breweries across the state for beer-lovers to visit. Check out our list for breweries in your area.
2019 Jones Beach Summer Concert Lineup
2019 Jones Beach Summer Concert Lineup
Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater is rolling out a new concert lineup for 2019.
Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater is rolling out a new concert lineup for 2019.
Westminster Kennel Club's annual dog show trots into New York
Westminster Kennel Club's annual dog show trots into New York
Photos from the 143rd Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show at Piers 92/94 in February, 2019 in New York City.Photos from the 143rd Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show at Piers 92/94 in February, 2019 in New York City.61st annual Grammy Awards
61st annual Grammy Awards
Photos from the 61st annual Grammy Awards on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019, at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.Photos from the 61st annual Grammy Awards on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019, at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.Your 2019 Valentine's Day Photos
Your 2019 Valentine's Day Photos
Celebrate the one you love this Valentine's Day! Share your photos with us.Celebrate the one you love this Valentine's Day! Share your photos with us.