Paulie Perrette Says He Had ‘Massive Stroke’ Last Year: ‘I’m Still Here’

Paulie Perrette speaks of a “massive stroke” last year.

In a social media post shared on Friday, the former player NCIS The star shared the video with the caption: “It’s 9/2 of a year ago I had a stroke. I have lost so many dear family and friends before, my father and my cousin Wayne, but I am still a survivor after this traumatic life I have been given so far… and I am still so grateful, I am still so full of faith and still here!”

In the video, Perrett addresses his supporters as he reflects on the “one year anniversary” of his stroke.

“Yes, I’m still here. How many times have I cheated death? He continued. “Like I almost died of a hair dye allergy. I have food allergies, I am a victim of domestic violence and rape. A madman attacked a homeless man and I almost died and I’m still here. I am truly grateful and especially for all my rescue dogs. And here I am, here I am again, feeling good. I’ve been through a lot in the last two years. Things that are harder than a stroke, but I’m still here and I’m still grateful.”

In 2017, Peret announced his departure NCIS After playing coroner Abby Sciuto on the CBS drama for 15 seasons. In making the announcement, the actress dismissed rumors about why she was leaving the series, clarifying that it was a decision she made a year earlier and “not because of a non-existent skin care line or a breakup” with her. network or its cast. . “I hope you all enjoy and enjoy everything about ABBY, not just for the rest of this season, but for everything he’s given us for 16 years,” Perrett wrote at the time. “All the love, all the laughter, all the inspiration…. I love him as much as you do.”