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Matt Pinfield Set for Public Comeback After Stroke Recovery

The former MTV VJ will host Green Day’s Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony on May 1, marking his first major public appearance since his January health crisis.

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Overview

  • Matt Pinfield suffered a massive stroke on January 6, 2025, leaving him unresponsive for two months and facing severe medical complications, including pneumonia.
  • After significant progress through intensive physical therapy, Pinfield is preparing to host Green Day’s Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony on May 1 in Los Angeles.
  • This marks his first public appearance since the stroke, with guest speakers Serena Williams and Ryan Reynolds joining the event.
  • Pinfield credited his eldest daughter, Jessica, for saving his life by assuming temporary conservatorship over his medical and financial decisions during his recovery.
  • The music veteran has expressed gratitude for the support from family, fans, and the music industry and plans to return to his radio hosting duties once fully recovered.