Jake The Snake Roberts has had a tough past wherein he often struggled with drug abuse problems. However, in the past few years, Jake Roberts has worked hard to overcome these struggles. He was able to get clean and sober, thanks in large part to Diamond Dallas Page and his DDP Yoga. Beyond ridding himself of his addictions, Jake has also lost a substantial amount of weight and just generally seemed to be in better health. Shocking news, however, has come out that Jake Roberts has been hospitalized. It seems that, on Wednesday, the recent Hall of Fame inductee was flying to Las Vegas, Nevada -- where he was to perform at a show this weekend -- and passed out on the plane. An ambulance was waiting for the aircraft when it landed, and Roberts was immediately transported to a local hospital. Its been reported that Jake initially fell into a coma upon arriving at the hospital. After being out for around 24 hours, the legendary wrestler regained consciousness but continued to fade in and out according to DDP, who was tweeting updates. Its now being reported that Roberts is fully conscious and communicating with friends and family. TMZ has reported that doctors told Roberts nearly two weeks ago that he was battling the flu and subsequently, needed to rest. Furthermore, the tabloid outlet reported that Jake is in the Intensive Care Unit and in critical condition. Its unclear at this time, if he is still in the ICU and if doctors are continuing to consider his condition critical. Regardless, the fact that he is currently conscious and communicating is an improvement. Furthermore, doctors have determined that Jake The Snake is battling double pneumonia and as a result, his lungs filled with fluid. Its also been said that doctors found a mass on Jakes brain and have begun testing it, hoping to provide a proper diagnosis. Obviously, a mass on the brain is always a worrying thought, but its unknown at this time exactly what it could be. Sinn Bodhi -- better known as the short-lived WWE superstar, Kizarny -- spent the night at the hospital with Jake. It was Bodhis show that Roberts was to appear at. Bodhi indicated on Twitter that Jake is more worried about disappointing fans than getting better. Surely, fans simply wish for Jake to get better. Stay tuned to What Culture for continued updates on Jake The Snake Roberts and his health condition, and show your support for him by commenting below.
Douglas Scarpa is a freelance writer, independent filmmaker, art school graduate, and pro wrestling aficionado -- all of which mean he is in financial ruin. He has no backup plan to speak of, yet maintains his abnormally high spirits. If he had only listened to the scorn of his childhood teachers, he wouldn't be in this situation.
