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Metro
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
70s rock star's wife shares health update after he briefly 'died in her arms'
Cici Edmunds, the wife of 1970s rockstar Dave Edmunds, has issued a health update after the legendary singer-songwriter briefly 'died in her arms'. The Welsh guitarist and singer, 81, rose to prominence in the late 60s and early 70s with a run of top 10 singles, including Christmas number one I Hear You Knocking. Last month, he was left with brain damage after suffering a cardiac arrest at his home in Monmouthshire – he was revived by a nurse before being transported to hospital. Cici, Dave's wife for 40 years, posted an emotional update on Facebook, saying that Dave had 'died in [her] arms while [she] desperately tried to keep him alive'. After saying Dave was declared dead at their Wales home, Cici revealed that she 'refused to give up on a miraculous intervention' and got him to hospital. Now she's shared the wonderful news that, more than two weeks after the traumatic ordeal, Dave has been allowed out of hospital for a home visit after spending a month in care. She posted on Facebook: 'Fantastic news about my beloved husband Dave Edmunds of 40 years. He was allowed home on a home visit from the hospital. 'After his long month stay after suffering a major cardiac arrest and horrifically dying in my arms. As you all kindhearted human souls know, he was resurrected by a miracle and amazing medical team.' She continued: 'Myself and my nurse. Amazing news everyone! He did so well on the home visit. He's allowed to stay here at home if my nurses look after us both. 'I can't express my relief and my gratitude to all of you who have left such lovely posts of support and prayers,' Cici added, before revealing that Dave was breathing on his own, 'cracking jokes', and even walking short distances. While she admitted that there is still a long road to recovery after such a horrific episode, she hoped that Dave would be 'rocking and rolling' once again in short order. The latest statement was considerably more positive than the one Cici posted earlier in August, which made for heartbreaking reading for Dave's fans. She had said: 'I'm still wiping fluid off Dave's body parts, especially his mouth to clear his airways. Every second is vital. So no time for emotions here. 'He very clearly has brain damage and severe memory loss etc. And the risk of yet another major cardiac arrest is high. And if that occurs there is no chance for Dave.' Cici concluded: 'Dave will have a very long journey ahead of him if he survives. We both have. But knowing that there are kind hearted people such as you all makes this tremendously difficult journey a little easier.' More Trending Edmunds began his musical career in the 1950s, playing alongside his older brother Geoff as a teenager in two groups: the Edmunds Bros Duo, and the Stompers, later called the Heartbeats Later on in the 50s, he joined a group known as The 99ers before finally fronting his first band, The Raiders, who were a rockabilly trio formed in 1961. Another band, Love Sculpture – formed by the members of Human Beans, another one of Dave's previous bands – gave Dave his first chart success with the song Sabre Dance, which impressed BBC Radio 1's John Peel. View More » Edmunds's Christmas hit, I Hear You Knocking, was a solo chart-topper in 1970, after Love Sculpture split, and he had three more top 10 hits across the rest of the 1970s. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Sir Elton John, 78, seen living up his retirement in rare photo with David Walliams MORE: Jaws child star reveals staggering amount he earns 50 years after hit film MORE: Coldplay's Chris Martin shocks fans with secret set in very unexpected location
Los Angeles Times
04-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Los Angeles Times
Dave Edmunds hospitalized after cardiac arrest, his wife says
Dave Edmunds suffered a 'major cardiac arrest' and faces a 'very long journey' to recovery, according to his wife, who detailed the Welsh musician's health struggles in a Facebook post. Best known perhaps for his 1970 hit 'I Hear You Knocking,' Edmunds — who also formed the band Rockpile with Nick Lowe — 'died in my arms while I desperately tried to keep him alive,' Cici Edmunds wrote in the July 29 post, before doctors revived him 'by a miracle.' Dave Edmunds, 81, 'very clearly has brain damage and severe memory loss' after the ordeal, Cici Edmunds wrote, and he faces the high risk of another cardiac arrest. 'And if that occurs there is no chance for Dave,' Cici Edmunds added. Dave Edmunds topped the U.K. pop singles chart for six weeks in 1970 with his rendition of 'I Hear You Knocking,' which the R&B singer Smiley Lewis originally popularized in the mid-1950s. Among Edmunds' other solo hits are 'Girls Talk' (written by Elvis Costello), 'Born to Be with You' and a cover of the Ronettes' 'Baby, I Love You.' He formed Rockpile in 1976 and later produced records by the Stray Cats and the Fabulous Thunderbirds, among other acts. He also toured as a member of Ringo Starr's All-Starr Band. In her Facebook post, Cici Edmunds thanked her husband's fans 'for your support and well wishes' and said they have made 'this tremendously difficult journey a little easier.'
New York Post
03-08-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Rock musician Dave Edmunds, 81, hospitalized and fighting for life after ‘major' cardiac arrest
Rocker Dave Edmunds, most popular for his 1970 hit 'I Hear You Knocking,' has been left hospitalized and fighting for his life after suffering a 'major' cardiac arrest. The popular Welsh musician's wife, Karin Cecilia 'Cici' Edmunds, shared the shocking news in a lengthy Facebook post on Thursday, July 29. 'My beloved husband of 40 years has had a major cardiac arrest,' she began. 'He died in my arms while I desperately tried to keep him alive.' 6 Welsh singer, guitarist and record producer Dave Edmunds at Rockfield Studios, Monmouthshire, Wales, in September 1973. Getty Images 6 Dave Edmunds at the 1980s Rewind Festival in Cheshire, Britain, on August 8, 2015. Mcpix/Shutterstock Edmunds, 81, was ultimately revived after his wife and nurse administered 'heavy CPR.' 'I'm still in shock, and I believe I have PTSD from the horrific experience,' his wife continued. 'He very clearly has brain damage and severe memory loss.' 'The risk of yet another major cardiac arrest is high,' she added. 'And if that occurs, there is no chance for Dave.' 6 Cici and Dave Edmunds during an event. Bei/Shutterstock 'Dave will have a very long journey ahead of him if he survives. We both have,' Cici concluded. 'But knowing that there are kind-hearted people such as you all makes this tremendously difficult journey a little easier.' Born in Cardiff, Wales, on April 14, 1944, Edmunds had his breakthrough in 1968 when he joined the blues rock band Love Sculpture. After Love Sculpture broke up in 1970, Edmunds went on to release his first solo album, 'Rockpile,' in 1972. 6 Dave Edmunds performs live at the Guitar Legends concert in Seville, Spain, in October 1991. Getty Images 'Rockpile' included the singer-songwriter's cover of Smiley Lewis' 'I Hear You Knocking,' as well as a cover of Bob Dylan's 'Outlaw Blues.' Edmunds' cover of 'I Hear You Knocking' quickly became a hit, and it spent six weeks at No. 1 in the UK. The Welsh producer later formed his own band, also called 'Rockpile,' in 1980. 6 Dave Edmunds performing at the Belga Beach Festival in De Panne, Belgium, on July 20, 1992. Getty Images He recruited revered musicians Nick Lowe, Billy Bremner and Terry Williams, and the group released their seminal album, 'Seconds of Pleasure,' with the single 'Teacher, Teacher' that same year. After releasing his last album, an instrumental record titled 'On Guitar Dave Edmunds: Rags & Classics,' Edmunds took a break from music in 2015. 'I'm just sitting back at the moment, and I'm planning the next year or so,' he told Ultimate Classic Rock during an interview ten years before his shocking health scare. 6 Dave Edmunds posing for a picture in a record office on February 28, 1975. Getty Images Brian Setzer, Edmunds' close friend and former producer, also claimed that the 'I Hear You Knocking' rocker officially retired from music and performing in July 2017. 'It's with a bittersweet announcement that my good friend and guitar legend Dave Edmunds is retiring after tomorrow night's show,' Setzer wrote on Facebook at the time. 'I wish him all the love in the world in his retirement!' Setzer added.
North Wales Live
02-08-2025
- Entertainment
- North Wales Live
Welsh rock legend Dave Edmunds seriously ill in hospital after cardiac arrest
Welsh musician Dave Edmunds is gravely ill in intensive care following a cardiac arrest, according to his wife. The Cardiff-born performer, aged 81, reportedly died before being brought back to life, the Express reported. His spouse of 40 years, Cecilia Edmunds, known as Cici, posted a heartfelt message on Facebook describing the terrifying ordeal at their Rockfield home in Monmouthshire. Cici explained how she fought to "keep him alive" whilst a nurse administered "heavy CPR" on Dave at their residence. Cici recalled the nurse's devastating words: "Cici I'm gonna stop. Dave is gone. He is dead." Cici says she refused to give up on her husband and asked fans to send prayers and messages of support for Dave, who is critically ill in hospital. She revealed that he has suffered significant brain damage and memory loss, and is at a "high risk" of experiencing another cardiac arrest. She said: "I'm still in shock and I believe I have PTSD from the horrific experience. My brilliant talented funny and special Dave could really use as many peoples prayers and good wishes so to speak." "Thank you all for your support and well wishes. It means the world to me. Dave will have a very long journey ahead of him if he survives. We both have. "But knowing that there are kind hearted people such as you all. Makes this tremendously difficult journey a little easier. Bless you all. Sending you all much love and light and always." Fans have been sending their best wishes and support. One said: "All my love, support and prayers to Dave, and please stay on your road to recovery, Cici." Another shared: "Deepest heartfelt prayers for Dave, praying for a miracle." A third person contributed: "Hi Cici. This is such sad news. Our thoughts are with you in such trying times." The musician is best known or his 1970 Christmas No. 1 hit I Hear You Knocking, which sold three million copies and climbed to number four in America. He enjoyed numerous chart successes during the 1970s and early 1980s with songs such as Slipping Away, The Promised Land and Girls Talk. Dave established Love Sculpture, releasing their first single in 1968, before pursuing a solo career and collaborating with notable artists including Sir Paul McCartney and Nick Lowe. Dave wed his Swedish wife Cici in 1983, and the couple now live in their home Monmouth.
Daily Record
01-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Rock star Dave Edmunds critically ill in hospital after dying in wife's arms from cardiac arrest
The Christmas number one hitmaker suffered a cardiac arrest in hospital before being revived but is now in a critical condition. Rock icon Dave Edmunds is in a critical state in hospital after suffering a cardiac arrest and dying in his wife's arms before he was revived. The 81-year-old, who made Christmas number one with his hit song I Hear You Knocking, is said to have died in his wife's arms before being resuscitated. The musician is now in hospital with brain damage and severe memory loss. Dave's devastated wife shared the news in a Facebook post, where she recalled the terrifying moment in which Dave had CPR performed on him by a nurse. In the post, she wrote: "My beloved husband of 40 years has had a major cardiac arrest". Cici explained that Dave had "died in my arms while I desperately tried to keep him alive". She added that a nurse was with her at the time and performed "heavy CPR" on the rockstar. Devoted wife Cici revealed the nurse said she was "gonna stop" as "Dave is gone" but Cici "refused to give up" and the nurse continued "heavy duty CPR" on the star, the Mirror reports. She then revealed "by a miracle" Dave was revived by doctors at an intensive care unit operating room. However, the incident has left Dave with brain damage, severe memory loss and is 'at risk' of another cardiac arrest as his wife said he has a "long journey ahead of him". Cici also admitted she has "PTSD from the horrific experience". She concluded the post: "Dave will have a very long journey ahead of him if he survives. We both have. But knowing that there are kind hearted people such as you all makes this tremendously difficult journey a little easier. Bless you all. Sending you all much love and light and always." Cici was flooded with messages of love and support by fans as the comments as one wrote: "All my love, support and prayers to Dave, and please stay on your road to recovery, CiCi." Another penned: "Sweet Cicci. The nightmare you both are going through is unimaginable... All my [heart] your way..." A third commented: "Dear Cici, what you're both going through is unbelievable, and I hope it all comes to a happy end! I'm keeping my fingers crossed for you and wish you both all the be". Dave was born in Cardiff and had a string of hits throughout his career in the 1970s and 1980s including his Christmas number one. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. He secured the festive top spot with his rendition of Smiley Lewis' I Hear You Knocking, which also reached number four in the US charts. During his career, Dave formed Love Sculpture before going solo. He also collaborated with a string of other huge names including Ringo Starr for his band: Ringo Starr & His All-Starr Band and also worked with Paul McCartney on the 1984 film Give My Regards to Broad Street, in which Edmunds performed in McCartney's band.
