Heart‑Beat Alert: Drew Carey’s Unexpected Health Wake‑Up Call

Drew Carey, famed for his lively hosting and sitcom success, almost saw his career halt after a serious health scare.

The Alarm Clock

While filming his long‑running show, Carey noticed an alarming spike in heart rate during a casual jog.

“I thought I was going to start jogging,” he recalled, as his pulse shot up and a numbness crept into his shoulder.
He imagined a dramatic collapse, but nothing happened—just more heart racing.

Ignoring the Warning

Instead of seeking medical help, Carey treated the incident as a minor inconvenience.

• Met his girlfriend for dinner and ordered chili spaghetti, a meal far from ideal after such a warning sign.
• The next day, while rehearsing in the writer’s room, he felt tightness again and decided to leave for his trailer.

There, he called the producer and insisted an ambulance be sent. He also reached out to a close friend, Sam Simon, who had worked with him on the show.

“I wanted to make sure I touched him before I went off,” Carey explained, unsure of what would happen next.
The call was a turning point that forced him to act.

The Emergency

The emergency team arrived, and Carey received treatment for a heart attack.
A stent was placed to keep his artery open, giving him a new lease on life and work.

He later joked about sharing the same heart condition as former Vice President Dick Cheney, but with a lighter tone. His humor helped him cope and reminded fans that he was still the same energetic personality they loved.

Takeaway

Carey’s experience highlights how easily health warnings can be overlooked in pursuit of a busy schedule. Listening to the body and seeking timely medical care can change the outcome dramatically.