Elizabeth Taylor is treated for congestive heart failure
Movie legend Elizabeth Taylor remained hospitalized Friday in Los Angeles and was being treated for symptoms of congestive heart failure, according to a spokeswoman for the 78-year-old actress.
The two-time Oscar winner was taken to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center earlier in the week and was still there Friday night for continued monitoring of what has been an ongoing heart problem, according to a statement by publicist Sally Morrison.
"Her family and close friends are appreciative of the warm support and interest of her loyal fans but have asked that people respect her privacy and allow her medical team the time and space to focus on restoring her back to health," the statement reads.
Taylor, who was awarded Oscars for best actress in 1960 for "Butterfield 8" and in 1966 for "Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?" has had numerous health scares. In 2009, she underwent surgery to repair a leaky heart valve.
Morrison said she didn't know how long Taylor would be hospitalized.
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EDITOR'S PICKS:
I love you, Elizabeth and I pray God will mend your beautiful heart very soon... Get well and God bless you.. :D
Posted by: Sharon | February 11, 2011 at 07:35 PM
Wishing you all the best Ms Taylor. My thoughts and prayers are with you. <3
Posted by: Oona | February 11, 2011 at 07:54 PM
"Come to mama" from movie my favorite "A Place in the Sun... Liz had a good life...Ava, Liz and Hallie only true beauties ..
Posted by: betty | February 12, 2011 at 05:20 PM
Elizabeth, WE love You and You are in Our prayers.I have a Daughter who look so much like You, so beautiful.God Bless You.
Posted by: Sheila Spicer | February 13, 2011 at 09:18 AM
Elizabeth, We love You and You are in our prayers!I Have a Daughter who looks so so much like You.
Posted by: Sheila Spicer | February 13, 2011 at 09:21 AM
My husband and I have always admired your talent. We have viewed most of your movies 2 and 3 times and never tire of seeing you in Giant.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time and hopefully you will be back home with your loved ones.
Posted by: Martha Jones | February 13, 2011 at 01:26 PM