LAS VEGAS - Roy Horn, the illusionist of the Siegfried & Roy duo who was mauled by one of his tigers during a show, was able to communicate with doctors but still was in critical condition and on a ventilator yesterday.
The mauling could mean the end of one of the Las Vegas Strip's most popular shows. Its employees were encouraged to look for new jobs, and officials said that even if Horn recovers it's unclear whether he would ever be able to perform again in the rigorous show.
MGM Mirage officials said yesterday that it might take another day or two before doctors have a prognosis for Horn, who was bitten in the neck and dragged off stage. The performer underwent surgery late Friday and Saturday at University Medical Center.
There has been no change in his status
which quite frankly is good news Mirage spokesman Alan Feldman said yesterday morning. Considering the trauma he has been through no change in his status is a good place to be.
Horn, 59, was heavily sedated but able to respond to voices and touch, MGM Mirage Resort chief executive Bobby Baldwin said.
We are guarded
optimistic
Baldwin said late Saturday night outside the hospital. We are pleased the news isn't worse than it is.
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