Jimmy Barnes’ wife Jane shares major health update as the beloved singer recovers following open heart surgery
Jimmy Barnes has made “good progress” while recovering in intensive care after open heart surgery.
The 67-year-old rock legend took to Instagram on Thursday evening to provide an update on his health, with his wife Jane sharing a positive message.
“Jane is here to tell you about our Jimmy. Good progress today in the intensive care unit. Several huge tubes were pulled out and the first visit to the physiotherapist,” she began.
“Clearing his lungs and deep breathing—we know he’s good at it!”
“Our family thanks each and everyone (sic) for your well wishes, each one counts so please keep them coming.”
![Jimmy Barnes, 67 (pictured), has made](https://thewstnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Jimmy-Barnes-wife-Jane-shares-major-health-update-as-the.jpg)
Jimmy Barnes, 67 (pictured), has made “good progress” while recovering in intensive care after open heart surgery.
The singer was recently rushed to the emergency room due to complications from bacterial pneumonia, but it looks like he will make a full recovery soon.
Jane posted another series of images on his behalf on Wednesday evening after he emerged from major surgery.
In the first photo, Jane beams next to her beloved husband as he lies in a hospital bed.
![The rock legend took to Instagram on Thursday night to share an update on his health, with his wife Jane (left) sharing a positive message.](https://thewstnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Jimmy-Barnes-wife-Jane-shares-major-health-update-as-the.jpeg)
The rock legend took to Instagram on Thursday night to share an update on his health, with his wife Jane (left) sharing a positive message.
![“Jane is here to tell you about our Jimmy. Good progress today in the intensive care unit. Several massive tubes were pulled out and a first visit to the physical therapist,” she began.](https://thewstnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/1702579246_277_Jimmy-Barnes-wife-Jane-shares-major-health-update-as-the.jpeg)
“Jane is here to tell you about our Jimmy. Good progress today in the intensive care unit. Several massive tubes were pulled out and a first visit to the physical therapist,” she began.
![Jimmy is currently recovering in the intensive care unit after open heart surgery, but told followers on Wednesday that he is healthy, happy and likely to make a full recovery.](https://thewstnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/1702579246_793_Jimmy-Barnes-wife-Jane-shares-major-health-update-as-the.jpeg)
Jimmy is currently recovering in the intensive care unit after open heart surgery, but told followers on Wednesday that he is healthy, happy and likely to make a full recovery.
![“Hi, this is Jane Barnes. Sharing a couple of photos taken this morning,” she wrote. “I am pleased to inform you that our Jimmy survived surgery and is now recovering in the intensive care unit.” “We are so grateful to the incredible medical team caring for him. Thanks for all the love and support. I'll keep you all updated.](https://thewstnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/1702579246_635_Jimmy-Barnes-wife-Jane-shares-major-health-update-as-the.jpeg)
“Hi, this is Jane Barnes. Sharing a couple of photos taken this morning,” she wrote. “I am pleased to inform you that our Jimmy survived surgery and is now recovering in the intensive care unit.” “We are so grateful to the incredible medical team caring for him. Thanks for all the love and support. I’ll keep you all updated.
The second image shows Jimmy waving in his hospital scrubs.
“Hi, this is Jane Barnes. Sharing a couple of photos taken this morning,” she wrote.
“I am pleased to inform you that our Jimmy survived surgery and is now recovering in the intensive care unit.”
“We are so grateful to the incredible medical team caring for him. Thanks for all the love and support. I’ll keep you all updated.
The happy news was soon inundated with good wishes from his famous friends and family.
“Oh, this is the best news. Love you guys,” Jimmy’s son David Campbell wrote.
“Thinking about you, buddy… Lots of love to you and yours from me and mine! Anything at any time!” added Channel Nine’s Richard Wilkins.
“I’m so glad to hear this! Much love to you all ❤️❤️❤️,” wrote comedian Magda Szubanski.
“Good to hear Jane! Thanks for the update!!’ added comedian Peter Helliar.
“Great news, Jane. Thanks for the update! Sending all our love Jimmy, calm down,” Channel 10’s Angela Bishop commented.
“Oh this is such great news ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ thank you for the news we love you guys xxxx,” singer Kate Ceberano wrote.
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![The happy news was soon inundated with good wishes from his famous friends and loved one.](https://thewstnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/1702579246_456_Jimmy-Barnes-wife-Jane-shares-major-health-update-as-the.jpeg)
The happy news was soon inundated with good wishes from his famous friends and loved one.
Singer Tina Arena, celebrity chef Colin Fassnidge and former designer Collette Dinnigan also joined the chorus.
Just hours earlier, the Scottish-born Australian told his followers he would undergo open heart surgery after a bacterial infection spread to his heart.
Late last month, Jimmy was forced to cancel his appearance at the Rock the Boat cruise festival in Noumea, New Caledonia, after being hospitalized with bacterial pneumonia.
He was then forced to pull out of a planned appearance at By The C in Torquay on 2 December after his fitness did not improve.
Jimmy has several sold-out shows scheduled for January and February, including several appearances on the Red Hot Summer Tour.
However, Jimmy confirmed on Wednesday that his upcoming appearances are likely to be canceled after doctors discovered his infection had spread.
![The rock legend was recently rushed to the emergency room after bacterial pneumonia he contracted two weeks ago worsened his condition.](https://thewstnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/1702579246_553_Jimmy-Barnes-wife-Jane-shares-major-health-update-as-the.jpeg)
The rock legend was recently rushed to the emergency room after bacterial pneumonia he contracted two weeks ago worsened his condition.
Jimmy wrote in a statement: “Unfortunately, I received some bad news late last night…despite my best efforts, the bacterial infection I have been battling for the past two weeks appears to have now spread to my heart.”
“It has infected a healthy valve that was replaced several years ago due to a birth defect, so I am having open heart surgery in the next few hours to remove this infection and install a clean valve.”
He went on to express his disappointment and shock over the diagnosis, writing: “Obviously this will put me out of action for a while. I know a lot of other people are struggling with worse things, but it’s still very frustrating. Just a few weeks ago I was in the best shape I’ve been in decades!
“Anyway, as I hope you understand, this all happened very suddenly, so it will take a few days for everyone to figure out what can be done about my upcoming performances.”