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Christopher Atkins Says Right-Arm Surgery Went Well, Jokes He Has 'More Metal'

He credits years of sports for the damage, promising to keep working.

Overview

  • The 64-year-old shared on Instagram that his operation went well and thanked fans, quipping he has to reach airport security earlier now.
  • His post showed his right arm bandaged in a sling and he offered no medical specifics beyond mentioning a metal elbow.
  • In replies to fans, he attributed the injury to throwing baseballs and footballs and to years of casting while fishing.
  • He noted past procedures including a shoulder surgery last year, three knee surgeries, and an artificial disc with a spinal fusion.
  • He told followers he plans to keep working and "get a movie made," and, per a reply cited by News18, he plans a March trip to Australia to shoot a sizzle with Craig Bennett.