Dutch Mantell’s Health Update: Former WWE Star Recovers After Recent Hospitalization
Renowned pro wrestling veteran and podcast host Dutch Mantell, known to WWE fans as Zeb Colter, recently faced a health challenge leading to his hospitalization earlier this month. A former WWE star, Mantell, turned to social media to share updates on his condition. He revealed on Facebook that his hospitalization, which occurred on December 4th, was due to an illness, although specific details were not disclosed.
Hey guys. First off thank you for all the prayers and well wishes. I am just now realizing how many there were. The good news is I am on the mend and doing better.
In a nutshell, I had an infection and it turned into sepsis by the time I got to the hospital. I have been pretty out of it but my daughter Amanda has been here the whole time and kept the drs and nurses straight! To be fair though I think even if I had died, she would have just had me stuffed and said no you can’t leave yet. Sepsis can make you very confused and say some pretty out there things which is why she requested no one call or text me. We needed time for those antiobotics to do their thing. 5 days of IV antiobotics and 10 days of oral. The drs are watching everything very close to make sure it’s cleared and not coming back.
I am being very well taken care of. I have been transferred to a rehab facility for now. I will be here a while longer as I get my strength back and will have to do physical therapy. If all continues to improve I should be able to go home next week. It’s not time to tap out just yet, so you guys are going to have to listen to my bullshit a while longer. Thanks again guys.
Dutch Mantell
Mantell’s health situation has been a concern for fans and followers, especially considering his significant contributions to the wrestling world. He is a Vietnam War veteran who embarked on his wrestling career in the early 1970s, wrestling in various territories and having multiple roles in WWE, including as a manager. Besides his wrestling career, Mantell has been influential as a booker and producer for several wrestling promotions, notably Total Nonstop Action (TNA, now Impact Wrestling).
In addition to his wrestling legacy, Mantell has gained popularity as a podcaster with his show, “Story Time with Dutch Mantell,” which recently surpassed 100,000 subscribers on YouTube. During his recovery, the podcast has continued airing pre-taped episodes, with co-host James Romero providing updates. Romero assured that the channel would continue to post content and that the show is expected to resume once Mantell recovers and is ready to return.
There is a note of optimism as Mantell appears to be on the mend. His career and contributions to wrestling and his recent venture into podcasting have made him a beloved figure in the wrestling community. Fans and colleagues alike hope for his speedy recovery and return to his professional endeavors.
