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The stars of US series Supernatural are sending messages of support to Mark Sheppard after the actor survived six “massive” heart attacks that left him near death.
The 59-year-old actor, who played Crowley on the long-running CW series, told fans on Sunday (December 3) that he was “brought back from the dead four times” last week.
He wrote on Instagram: “You won’t believe this! I was on my way to an appointment yesterday when I collapsed in the kitchen. Six major heart attacks later and having risen from the dead four times, I apparently had a 100% blockage in my LAD. The Widowmaker.”
Sheppard, who also appeared in Battlestar Galactica, continued: “I wouldn’t be writing this without my wife, the @losangelesfiredepartment in Mullholland and the incredible staff @providencecalifornia St. Joseph’s
“My chances of survival were practically nil. I feel great. Humiliated once again. Home tomorrow!”
After learning of Sheppard’s close brush with death, many of his “Supernatural” co-stars sent messages of support in the comments section of the actor’s Instagram post.
One actor who sent him well wishes was Misha Collins, who played Castiel in the fantasy series. He replied, “Mark! You don’t have to do the biggest and biggest thing every time! 6 heart attacks? 2 or 3 would have been impressive enough.
“You impressed us, okay. Now stop this, heal yourself and get back on the road with us,” he continued. “I love you, buddy.”
Mary Winchester star Samantha Smith added: “The angels had their eyes on you, I can’t believe this happened. You’re one in a million (which we knew, but FFS, you didn’t have to prove it).” So much love for you and Sarah and your whole family.”
Felicia Day, who played Charlie Bradbury, wrote: “Oh my God I’m so glad you’re recovering. That’s awful! Sending all my love to you and the family,” while Sheriff Jody Mills actress Kim Rhodes commented, “Mark. Only…. To mark. For you I would have gone full Orpheus, because no. You are NOT allowed to do that, sir. Thank you for your stay.”
Mark Sheppard says he survived “six major heart attacks.”
(Instagram)
Rachel Miner, who played the demon Meg on Supernatural, also commented: “So grateful you stayed here with us! Sending you so much love!!” while Alaina Huffman, who played the demon Abbadon, said: “Omg Mark! my prayers for you and the family. I love you. Thank you for staying with us!”
Meanwhile, Sebastian Roché, who played Balthazar, wrote: “Mate!!!! Get well soon, I love you my friend.”
His Battlestar Galactica co-star Tricia Helfer added: “Oh my God, I’m so glad you got great help. Heal!!”