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‘Narcos’ Star Manuel Masalva Emerges from 105-Day Coma

7/10/2025

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Manuel Masalva, the 34-year-old star of "Narcos: Mexico," battled a severe bacterial infection during his Dubai vacation, plunging him into a 105-day medically-induced coma. Now awake and on the mend, he and his family are overwhelmed with gratitude for the nearly $58,000 raised to cover his medical costs, showcasing the power of community support in times of crisis.

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Manuel Masalva, the 34-year-old star of "Narcos: Mexico," battled a severe bacterial infection during his Dubai vacation, plunging him into a 105-day medically-induced coma. Now awake and on the mend, he and his family are overwhelmed with gratitude for the nearly $58,000 raised to cover his medical costs, showcasing the power of community support in times of crisis.