Mary Lou Retton Was Almost Put on Life Support During Pneumonia Battle

Play video content NBC Mary Lou Retton is doing her first interview since being released from the hospital last year amid a scary battle with pneumonia — and now, we’re learning it was nearly deadly. The ex-Olympic champion is set to do an interview with Hoda Kotb of “Today” this week, and a teaser clip … Read more

Mary Lou Retton Shares Holiday Photo of Four Daughters Amid Recovery Following Health Scare

Former Olympic gymnast Mary Lou Retton radiated holiday cheer as she marked the festive season with her four daughters — Emma Jean Kelley, Skyla Kelley, Shayla Schrepfer, and McKenna Kelley.  Sharing a heartwarming photo on Tuesday, Dec. 26, the 55-year-old legendary athlete captured the spirit of Christmas as her daughters donned matching festive hats. The accompanying … Read more

Olympic Medalist Mary Lou Retton ‘Fighting For Her Life’ In ICU With Illness

Mary Lou Retton — an Olympic gold-winning gymnast  — is currently fighting for her life in the ICU … this according to her daughter, who says her mom is battling a rare form of pneumonia. McKenna Kelley shared the sad news on Tuesday via her Instagram story with a photo of a SpotFund account that … Read more