Overview

• He was admitted on August 5 to the Policlínico Tor Vergata in Rome after atrial fibrillation was detected ahead of a planned cardiac surgery.
• He underwent an elective update to a 30-year-old atrial fibrillation ablation under the care of Dr. Andrea Natale.
• A spokesperson confirms he is recovering favorably and is expected to remain hospitalized only briefly if no complications arise.
• The cardiac update coincided with his visit to Italy to promote his self-financed $120 million film Megalópolis.
• At 86, Coppola continues active involvement in major filmmaking projects despite age and personal loss.