Glenn Close explains cane use after complete hip replacement
The 79‑year‑old actress posted an Instagram video confirming a total hip replacement and outlined upcoming promotional trips.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Glenn Close posted an Instagram video on Oct 21 to explain why she has been seen using a cane, confirming she underwent a complete hip replacement.
What happened
Close said a recent medical assessment revealed severe damage to her left hip, leading to a total hip replacement surgery. She added that she is now using a cane while she recovers and aims to be fully present at upcoming events.
What the reports add
Both the Standard and the Independent reported the same surgery details and the same Instagram message. The Standard noted that Close plans to travel to London on Oct 26 for the opening of The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping and then return to New York for the season‑two premiere of the Disney+ drama All’s Fair. The Independent gave the same itinerary and added that the cane sighting occurred at the La Bola Negra premiere during NewFest on Oct 15.
What was said
Close told fans, "I have a cane because I had a complete hip replacement. Found out that my left hip was in really bad shape and my whole thing right now is to keep myself in running order so that I can really leap into whatever challenges come my way," as reported by the Standard. The Independent quoted the same passage and added, "So I'm hovering around on a cane for now," and concluded, "Don’t worry, I’m feeling great. I have my wonderful, wonderful family around me and I look forward to all the adventures coming."
How it came about
Close’s health update follows a brief period of public concern after she was photographed with a cane at a NewFest premiere on Oct 15. Earlier this month, Felo News covered other celebrity health updates, including Alison Hammond’s clearance after a panic‑attack scare (Alison Hammond health update). Close’s announcement adds to the recent wave of high‑profile actors sharing post‑surgical recoveries.
Key facts
- Glenn Close underwent a complete hip replacement surgery (standard.co.uk)
- She posted an Instagram video on Oct 21 to explain her cane use (independent.co.uk)
- Close plans to travel to London on Oct 26 for a Hunger Games premiere (standard.co.uk)
- She will return to New York for the season‑two premiere of All’s Fair (independent.co.uk)
Sources
- [1] standard.co.uk
- [2] independent.co.uk
