Bill Clinton Is “In Good Spirits” After Being Admitted to the Hospital — Here’s the Latest

Former President Bill Clinton is once again causing concern, with fans wondering if the politician is battling a medical condition. Clinton, who has had a history of heart-related issues, including a quadruple bypass surgery in 2004 and subsequent procedures, has been through a difficult health journey. He appeared at the 2024 Democratic National Convention and gave a fiery speech in support of Kamala Harris, but wasn't looking his best.

Following that, he largely stayed out of the public eye until a trip to the hospital in December 2024 caused rumors to once again start flying. Here’s what we know about his health.

On December 23, former president Clinton's deputy chief of staff posted a statement to X (formerly Twitter) regarding his boss' health. "President Clinton was admitted to MedStar Georgetown University Hospital this afternoon for testing and observation after developing a fever," wrote Angel Ureña. "He remains in good spirits and deeply appreciates the excellent care he is receiving."

Bill Clinton has faced serious health challenges since leaving the White House. In 2004, just three years after leaving office, he underwent quadruple bypass surgery to relieve severely clogged arteries, he told ABC News. The former president explained that he experienced warning signs for years before he decided to undergo surgery. "The No. 1 one thing I would say to people is if you've got a family history, you gotta be tested, tested, tested," Clinton said.

However, Clinton’s health troubles did not end there. In 2010, Clinton had to be rushed to a hospital for another heart procedure. According to NPR, Clinton underwent surgery to open blocked arteries and restore blood flow to his heart. The surgery, which included placing two mesh stints in Clinton’s heart, only took a few hours and the politician was discharged after a few days.

Bill Clinton gave a fiery speech at the 2024 DNC, but viewers took notice of his trembling hands during the appearance. To date, Clinton has not disclosed whether he suffers from a neurological condition, but that has not stopped netizens from speculating about his health. “Wow. Looks like Clinton has got some serious Parkinson’s working. Look at those hands shaking,” one person tweeted. While another wrote, “Clinton hand is shaking, but it ain’t slowing him down.”

And while neither Clinton nor his team have r neveresponded to the inquiries, the former president has talked about the steps he has taken towards a healthier way of living. Clinton’s health challenges led him to adopt a vegan diet, which he credited for his significant weight loss and improved heart health. “I've stopped eating meat, cheese, milk, even fish. No dairy at all,” Clinton told AARP . "I've lost more than 20 pounds so far, aiming for about 30 before Chelsea's wedding."