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Robert Fripp Recovers After Heart Attack, Plans Musical Comeback

5/12/2025

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Robert Fripp, the legendary guitarist of King Crimson, is on the mend after a heart attack and two emergency surgeries. What he thought were mere acid reflux symptoms turned out to be serious, leading to a diagnosis of a trifurcated artery. With stents now in place, he plans to rest for six to eight weeks while still collaborating musically with Toyah Willcox.

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Robert Fripp, the legendary guitarist of King Crimson, is on the mend after a heart attack and two emergency surgeries. What he thought were mere acid reflux symptoms turned out to be serious, leading to a diagnosis of a trifurcated artery. With stents now in place, he plans to rest for six to eight weeks while still collaborating musically with Toyah Willcox.