May 17, 2007 3:59

Bo Diddley suffers stroke

Legendary singer is in intensive care

Bo Diddley suffers stroke

Singer-songwriting legend Bo Diddley is in intensive care after suffering a stroke.

The 78 year-old R&B star was admitted to hospital on Sunday after acting disoriented following a show in Council Bluffs, according to a report from the Associated Press.

Diddley has suffered in recent years with hypertension and diabetes.

The iconic star is known for his hits ‘Who Do You Love’ and ‘I’m A Man’.

It is not clear how long he will remain in intensive care.

--By our New York staff.
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