South African rapper Da L.E.S, whose real name is Leslie Mampe, has been hospitalized after suffering a stroke on his 39th birthday, July 26. The news has sent shockwaves through the music industry and his fans, who are praying for his speedy recovery. In this article, we will provide a timeline of events surrounding Da L.E.S’ health crisis.
The Stroke
Da L.E.S suffered a stroke on his 39th birthday, July 26, which caused him to miss his celebration party and land in the hospital instead. According to a source, “Half his face is affected, and he can’t talk. He’s just lying there, it’s bad.”
Hospitalization
Da L.E.S was initially hospitalized in a private hospital, but due to financial constraints, his family had to move him to a public hospital. The source revealed, “They moved him from a private hospital to a public one. I’ve been there, and the hospital is fine. The machines work, and the nurses are amazing.”
Family’s Plea for Financial Help
Da L.E.S’ family has asked close friends for financial help to cover his medical bills. The source disclosed, “His family has been asking for financial help because the medical bills are piling up.”
Recovery Expected to Take Time
The road to recovery is expected to be long and challenging for Da L.E.S. The source shared, “It will take a while for him to recover, similar to Lira’s situation.” Lira, a South African singer, suffered a stroke in 2020 and has been undergoing rehabilitation since then.
Family’s Statement
The Mampe family released a statement on Instagram, saying, “Our beloved Leslie Mampe, aka Da L.E.S, suffered a stroke on his 39th birthday, causing him to miss his celebration party and land in the hospital instead.”
Denial of Request for Donations
Contrary to reports, Da L.E.S’ family has denied asking for donations to foot the rapper’s medical bills. They have, however, appreciated the outpouring of support and well wishes from fans and friends.
Conclusion
Da L.E.S’ health crisis has sent shockwaves through the music industry and his fans. We wish him a speedy recovery and hope that he will be back to his feet soon. The road to recovery is expected to be long and challenging, but with the support of his family, friends, and fans, we are confident that he will overcome this hurdle.