Earth, Wind & Fire drummer facing ‘two major surgeries’ after medical emergency

• Earth, Wind & Fire drummer John Paris has woken from a medically induced coma following a medical emergency earlier this month, according to a statement from the band.
• The 58-year-old was placed in critical care after falling ill on 7 August, leading the band to cancel a performance in San Francisco.
• Medical staff reported that Paris's blood pressure and breathing are now stable, the band said.
• Paris remains in the intensive care unit as doctors prepare him for “two major surgeries” in the coming days.
• A GoFundMe campaign aiming to raise $90,000 (£65,884) has been set up to support his family during his recovery.

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Earth, Wind & Fire issues ‘encouraging’ update on critically ill drummer