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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
Politics
Jaja Agpalo

Is Bill Clinton Okay? Ex-President's Shaky Speech and Weak Voice Leave Supporters Heartbroken

Former US president Bill Clinton, 75, was released from a hospital outside Los Angeles after spending five nights there being treated for an infection (Credit: AFP / Martin BUREAU)

He was once the charismatic leader of the free world, a man known for his energy and commanding presence. But a recent appearance by former US President Bill Clinton at a glittering New York gala has painted a starkly different picture, leaving onlookers shocked and sparking renewed fears for his health.

The 79-year-old Democrat, who has faced several serious health scares in recent years, appeared frail and dishevelled, struggling through a speech in a slow, halting voice. Supporters online described the footage as 'heartbreaking,' intensifying concerns about the veteran politician's well-being, with guests describing the moment as 'sad to watch'.

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