Bestselling author Bebe Moore Campbell recuperating from 'neurological condition'

(March 9, 2006) Bestselling author Bebe Moore Campbell was recently diagnosed with a neurological condition that will require her full attention for recovery. The announcement was made by her husband, Ells Gordon Jr. last week. During recovery, Campbell will continue her writing, but her other activities and appearances have been cancelled for the next 90-120 days.

Ms. Campbell’s physician, Dr. Keith Black, a world renowned neurosurgeon who made the diagnosis stated, “With the prescribed treatment for her condition and with the proper time to heal and rest, there is every reason to believe that Ms. Campbell will have a normal recovery and will resume her regular schedule of activities. She is in the best of care.”

Calls and expressions of concerns have been received and acknowledged by Campbell’s family. “We appreciate the care, love and acts of concerns of our many family and friends,” said Gordon, Jr. “Your continued prayers are invited.”

The family requests that the public respects Ms. Campbell’s privacy during this time. “She needs this time to heal and recover so that she may return full time to her life’s work and continue with her passion and one of her greatest gifts from God, writing,” Gordon Jr., said. Expressions of concern and comfort may be sent to Ms. Campbell at 3255 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, California 90010-1418. Email messages may be sent to ellis@bebemoorecampbell.com and visit www.bebemoorecampbell.com for updates. For more information, please contact, publicist, Linda Boyd of The Wharton Group at (202) 291-6435, (202) 726-4515 or (202) 669-9139.
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