Brian May's wife Anita Dobson says Queen star has been warned to 'slow down' after stroke

Brian May's wife Anita Dobson has shared an update about the Queen rocker's recovery after he suffered a minor stroke.

The legendary guitarist, 77, who was rushed to hospital a few weeks ago, has been instructed to slow down. 

Speaking to The Sun, Dobson said: “He’s been told to rest. It’s hard to keep him resting, but he needs to, otherwise he won’t get well."

She added: "He’s doing great, he’s on the road to recovery, and we’re really pleased. I’m completely confident he’ll make a full recovery."

She admitted it’s tough for May to take things slowly, adding, “He’s not that kind of animal!” May himself has kept a sense of humour about the ordeal, even describing his hospital dash as "very exciting."

May and Dobson have been married for 24 years (Getty Images)

The EastEnders star also stressed the importance of maintaining a positive attitude during difficult times, saying: “It’s good to keep a sense of humour.”

The rocker previously updated fans on Instagram, explaining how the stroke left him briefly unable to control his arm. “I didn’t have any control over this arm, which was a bit scary,” he said.

May, who reassured fans that he’s still able to play guitar, also praised the team at Frimley Hospital, saying: “I had the most fantastic care and attention... blue lights flashing, the whole lot. Very exciting!”

This isn’t the first health scare for May, who has previously faced issues, including a heart attack that revealed an underlying arterial disease.

May has been told to slow down (PA Wire)

The legendary guitarist previously revealed that he was "very near death" after being hospitalised in May 2020. During his stay, doctors discovered three blocked arteries that were dangerously close to cutting off blood flow to his heart.

“It’s been a tough recovery,” he told The Times. “I’ve faced complications from the medications, including a near-fatal stomach rupture.”

May expressed confusion over his heart attack, admitting, “I don’t drink, I don’t smoke, my cholesterol levels are fine, and I was staying active during the tour. So, why did it happen?” he wondered. “But at least now, my heart is working much better than before.”

Although his doctors recommended heart surgery, May opted for a less invasive procedure, having three stents placed in his heart instead.