‘Hacks’ production paused while star Jean Smart recovers from procedure
nypost.comHBO Max‘s “Hacks” has been paused as its star, Jean Smart, recovers from a “recent successful heart procedure.”The 71-year-old Emmy-winner addressed her surgery Thursday on Instagram, writing in a post, “February is American Heart Month – a time when the nation spotlights heart health, so it feels important to share with all of you that I am recovering from a recent successful heart procedure.“I am fortunate to have excellent care and support from family and friends while I continue to recuperate.
Please listen to your body and talk to your doctor – I’m very glad I did!”Smart did not specify the type of heart procedure she underwent.
A rep for Smart had no further comment for The Post.Production of “Hacks” Season 3, in which Smart portrays Las Vegas comedian Deborah Vance, has been paused for some departments, The Post has confirmed. “We are so happy that our beloved Jean Smart’s heart procedure was successful and she’s on the mend.
HBO Max and UTV send their well wishes,” according to a statement on behalf of HBO Max and Universal Television to The Post.
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