Bryant Gumbel makes first public appearance with wife in New York following medical emergency

Former Today co-host, Bryant Gumbel, was seen in New York City earlier this week for the first time since his medical emergency. TMZ reported that he was dressed up in a black leather fleece bomber jacket and had a Yankees cap on, with dark sunglasses shielding his eyes from the sun. He was with his wife, Hilary, who wore a navy blue coat with denim jeans and a black cap. She was holding her husband by the arm while they were walking.

TMZ reporters did not receive any comment from Gumbel or his wife, but noted that the 77-year-old sportscaster looked a little tired. While Gumbel was in the hospital, his family did not share much about his condition or situation, but revealed to TMZ that he was doing well. An insider source also exclusively shared with PageSix, saying:

"He's not dying... He's expected to recover."

Bryant was taken to the hospital on Monday night (October 20) after experiencing a medical emergency. He was taken on a gurney and was in the hospital for a few days. It is unclear as to when he was discharged since the family is being:

"extremely tight-lipped about it."

Bryant Gumbel opens up about his health struggles

Before his recent medical emergency, Bryant Gumbel had opened up about his past diagnosis. 16 years ago, Gumbel was diagnosed with lung cancer. He had to undergo surgery to get a tumor removed.

Bryant was candid about his medical condition and revealed it to the public while he was on Live With Regis and Kelly in 2009. He said:

"It's nothing to hide from... They opened up my chest, they took a malignant tumor and they took part of my lung and they took some other goodies."

Gumbel's openness about his battle with lung cancer showed his strength and honesty in facing health challenges.

What is Bryant Gumbel known for?

Bryant Gumbel is considered to be one of the legendary TV hosts. He formerly hosted the Today show with Jane Pauley and Katie Couric in the 1980s, and later joined CBS in the 1990s.

In addition to his TV career, he also made a few appearances in films and television shows such as The Nanny, Seinfeld, and The Weather Man.

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Bryant Gumbel's recent public appearance has reassured fans that he is recovering after his medical emergency. Despite looking a bit tired, the 77-year-old sportscaster seemed to be in good spirits with his wife by his side. Not much is known about Gumbel's current condition since the family is avoiding revealing any details to news outlets.

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