.

Heart Trouble for Idol Contestant


04/03/2008
.
(TMZ) TMZ has learned that "A.I" contestant David Cook was taken to the hospital after experiencing heart problems during Tuesday's show. We're told Cook's heart was palpitating at a high rate and his blood pressure was high as well. Producers wanted him to go to the emergency room before the show ended, but David wanted to stay until it was over.

TMZ has learned David Cook is out of the hospital and in his hotel, but his medical problem has not yet been resolved. Cook was examined by medics at the show and then taken to the hospital (not by ambulance) and treated by a private doctor to keep everything on the down low. The doctor gave Cook medication to bring his blood pressure down and he will monitored again Tuesday.

The "A.I." exec says the stress and anxiety from being on "Idol" and dealing with his brother's illness (see link) was just too much. - more on this story

Preview and Purchase American Idol CDs



American Idol MP3 Downloads

.




advertisement