Sir Bruce Forsyth spent five nights in an Intensive Care Unit (ICU) this week.
Sir Bruce Forsyth
The 89-year-old TV presenter was reportedly rushed to St Peter's hospital in Surrey last Sunday (26.02.17) after he was struck down with a severe chest infection, but is recovering well and is expected to be released soon.
A source close to the former 'Strictly Come Dancing' host, whose career has spanned over 70 years, said: "Bruce came down with an infection last weekend, and it rapidly escalated into something very, very serious.
"He was rushed to St Peter's and put straight into ICU because of his age, and the nature of his illness. He was in a lot of pain, but has been very stoical throughout.
"Of course, because he is nearly 90, doctors had to take extra precautions and Bruce had to stay in intensive care for a minimum of five nights."
Bruce, who underwent keyhole surgery in 2015 after suffering two life-threatening aneurysms, is now eager to return home to Surrey with his wife, Wilnelia.
The insider told the Daily Mail: "Wilnelia was by his bedside virtually the entire time, and has been amazing. Now Bruce just wants to get home, and slowly build his strength back up again. He remains in great spirits."
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