Deryck Whibley, the lead singer of Sum 41, has been discharged from the hospital after receiving treatment for pneumonia. The 43-year-old musician was admitted to the emergency room on Friday, September 23, following a decline in his health. This incident comes nearly a decade after he faced a life-threatening situation when he was hospitalized due to alcoholism.
Upon his hospitalization, Deryck’s wife, Ariana Whibley, took to Instagram to share the news. She expressed, “Deryck and I were supposed to be in Chicago right now, celebrating our eight-year wedding anniversary, but fate had other plans for us.” Ariana posted pictures of Deryck being transported into an ambulance on a stretcher, as well as holding her hand with an IV in his arm.
She further revealed, “We spent the entire night in the ER, and now we will be staying in the hospital for the next few days as he battles pneumonia. The most alarming part is that his heart is under a lot of strain, and the doctors have mentioned the possibility of heart failure.”
Ariana disclosed that she and her husband have previously encountered similar scares, recounting an incident in 2014 when Deryck spent a month in the hospital due to the detrimental effects of his drinking. She expressed her intense emotions, stating, “This is obviously not our first time in a situation like this, but seeing him back in a hospital bed connected to wires and IVs brings back a lot of painful memories. I know how strong he is because I have seen him overcome so much, but it still doesn’t make it any easier to witness. I will do my best to keep everyone updated, and I kindly request that you keep him in your thoughts during the next few days, as we could use all the support we can get.”
Ariana once again took to Instagram the following day to share the good news of Deryck’s discharge. She expressed her happiness, stating, “I am thrilled to provide this update. Deryck has been discharged after responding remarkably well to his treatments. He is now under the care of his mother, a registered nurse, and myself. The pressure and strain on his heart and lungs have improved, and he is able to breathe with less pain.”
Ariana expressed overwhelming gratitude for the immense support they have received from the community. She stated, “We were aware of the support we had, but the overflowing love for our family has been absolutely incredible. We can’t express how much it has meant to us, and it has helped us remain positive throughout this ordeal.”
Ariana and Deryck, who was previously married to Avril Lavigne from 2006 to 2010, tied the knot in 2015. Sum 41 recently announced their breakup in May after a 27-year-long career. They concluded their “Let the Bad Times Roll” tour in North America earlier this month. In a statement on Instagram, the band expressed their deep appreciation for their fans and the wonderful moments they have shared throughout their time together.