# @wrestlingnewsco on Instagram

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- **Posted:** 2026-05-19T16:45:27.000+00:00
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WWE Superfan Vladimir Abouzeide has been hospitalized in New York City after suffering a fall connected to his battle with Parkinson's Disease.

Vladimir was walking with his sister when he suddenly fell, striking his head on the concrete. He suffered a major concussion and there was concern about bleeding on the brain. He is believed to be out of imminent danger regarding the bleeding but will remain hospitalized with no timetable for release.

His sister has asked fans to keep him in their thoughts and prayers.

Vladimir Abouzeide is WWE's only officially recognized superfan. Born in Haiti and raised in Manhattan, he was a fixture in the front row at Madison Square Garden for more than 30 years. In October 1986, Roddy Piper invited him into the ring during Piper's Pit and asked him who Hot Rod should team with. Vladimir jumped onto the apron and declared Hulk Hogan, drawing a massive pop from the crowd. Triple H and Stephanie McMahon presented him with a plaque and officially named him WWE's first certified superfan. 

WWE released the documentary Superfan: The Story of Vladimir on Peacock in October 2023, featuring interviews from The Rock, Hulk Hogan, Shawn Michaels, and others.

Please keep Vladimir and his family in your thoughts.

#WWE #Vladimir #Superfan #ProWrestling #Wrestling

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