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Rondell Sheridan revealed on social media that he’s been struggling with severe pancreatitis since April
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The That’s So Raven alum shared a video from a hospital bed, saying there’s nothing that can be done except wait
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He created a GoFundMe account to cover medical bills while he’s unable to work
Rondell Sheridan, the actor best known for his role as the Baxter family patriarch on Disney Channel’s That’s So Raven, revealed that he has been diagnosed with severe pancreatitis.
On May 7, the 66-year-old comedian posted a video on Instagram, sharing his health update from a hospital bed, wincing in pain as he spoke.
“On April 10th, I was on the road and got sick. Went to the hospital and they thought it was gastric. I got home on the 12th and immediately went to the hospital at North Ridge and was told it’s pancreatitis,” he said. “Tons of tests. I was in the hospital for nine days. I got released and thought I was on the road to recovery but… my pancreas is inflamed and there’s not much you can do about it but just wait.”
Pancreatitis is inflammation of the pancreas. It can cause symptoms like pain in the upper belly that radiates to the back, fever, rapid pulse, upset stomach, vomiting and more. According to the Cleveland Clinic, acute pancreatitis leads to 275,000 hospital stays in the United States per year. About 20% of those cases are considered severe.
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Sheridan said he hasn’t been able to work due to his hospitalization. The actor has since created a GoFundMe account to help with medical expenses as he recovers. The page has already garnered over $25K.
“I didn’t realize I was going to be, and will be, out of work for quite some time,” he said in the clip. “I’m setting up this GoFundMe to help with some of my medical bills and just expenses. If you have anything that you could donate, I’d gladly appreciate it. Thank you so much.”
In the comments section, fans and followers of Sheridan sent him well wishes.
“Get well soon Mr Baxter 🙏🏻💙🤗 one of my favorite Disney channel Dads,” one person wrote while another said, “Get Well Soon Mr.B💓💕💓”
One follower commented, “Praying for you to get better soon my favorite TV Dad.”
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Sheridan’s breakout role came in 2003, portraying Victor Baxter on That’s So Raven alongside Raven-Symoné. That character spawned roles in spinoffs Cory in the House and Raven’s Home.
The actor has also made appearances in The Jamie Foxx Show, Kenan & Kel, A Different World and more.
Sheridan has since been on tour as a comedian, with his last show in March prior to his hospitalization.
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