Former WCW wrestler and Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee Steve “Mongo” McMichael was hospitalized on Thursday in Chicago, Illinois.
McMichaels’ hospitalization was first announced by NBC’s Mike Berman on Twitter who stated that McMichael’s publicist had informed him of McMichael’s dealing with a suspected bout of pneumonia.
This was just sent to me by Steve McMichael’s longtime publicist. Praying for Mongo’s comfort. @nbcchicago pic.twitter.com/86gvQ4RqmM
— Mike Berman (@MikeBermanNBC) February 15, 2024
In a follow-up statement, McMichael’s family stated that he is currently dealing with a urinary tract infection and was sent to the ICU.
The latest update on Steve McMichael 🙏🏻… pic.twitter.com/9wu7fmzUhq
— Mike Berman (@MikeBermanNBC) February 16, 2024

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