Bob Odenkirk on 2021 Heart Attack on Better Call Saul
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- Bob Odenkirk recalled his 2021 heart attack on the Better Call Saul set during a Times of London interview.
- Rhea Seehorn and co‑star Patrick Fabian grabbed Odenkirk when he collapsed, but the crew initially thought they were laughing, delaying reaction.
- The on‑set medic arrived but admitted he had never performed CPR, contributing to the delayed response.
- Bob Odenkirk was hospitalized for a week after the July 2021 collapse while filming Season 6, and later thanked fans on X (Twitter) for their support.
- Bob Odenkirk now manages his health by cutting sugar and taking statins, aspirin, and metoprolol, a beta‑blocker.
Why it matters: The actor’s candid account highlights a gap in on‑set emergency preparedness—crew members mistook cries for laughter and the medic lacked CPR experience—underscoring the need for better medical training on productions, while Odenkirk’s own health adjustments may influence his future work schedule.
