Benoît Gagnon revealed he suffered between five and eight strokes over the weekend of April 10-12, 2026, leading to emergency surgery and a significant health scare.
Gagnon experienced symptoms including slight paralysis of the mouth and extreme fatigue. He underwent vascular surgery after doctors diagnosed him with multiple strokes.
During the operation, he had a significant stroke on the operating table. Fortunately, scans and MRIs showed no brain or heart damage.
However, a nerve in his tongue was moved during the surgery, affecting his speech. Gagnon expressed feelings of vulnerability and sadness about his condition.
He stated, “La bonne nouvelle est que je suis en vie“. Gagnon is taking a professional break to focus on his recovery.
Key facts:
- Gagnon is currently 54 years old.
- He spent 6-7 hours in the recovery room due to complications from the stroke.
- He emphasized that returning to work will require much courage.
As of midday Tuesday, Gagnon has not provided a timeline for his return to public life. Observers are closely monitoring his recovery progress.