Kristin Chenoweth hospitalised afer accident on set

Kristin Chenoweth © Albert Michael/StarTraks

Kristin Chenoweth was struck by equipment on the Brooklyn set of The Good Wife on Wednesday. TMZ reports that paramedics responded to a 911 call at 5:07 p.m. regarding a woman being hit by scaffolding. A witness says that lighting equipment was knocked on the actress' head after a gust of wind. Kristin, 43, then fell to the ground and hit her head on the concrete. The witness said that Kristin was "knocked out cold" and "I thought she was dead at first."

A spokesman for the New York City Fire Department told the Associated Press that a woman suffered minor injuries at that location, however, he didn't identify the woman.

Kristin Chenoweth with her Maltese dog Maddie. © Roger Wong/INF

Kristin Chenoweth is a Tony award winning Broadway star and an Emmy award winner for her role on Pushing Daisies. She has a recurring role on the upcoming season of the CBS drama series The Good Wife.

Sylvia Kristel gravely ill

Sylvia Kristel

Dutch actress Sylvia Kristel was hospitalized as she was found unconscious at her Amsterdam home after having suffered a stroke.The actress, 59, famous for her roles in the French, erotic Emmanuelle films (five between 1974 and 1993 and six tv spin-offs) is also undergoing cancer treatments. The actress suffered from throat cancer in 2003, but was given a clean bill of health in 2007. The Telegraph quotes Sylvia's rep as saying, "We don't know what the future holds. We are very worried." The paper reports that Sylvia was being treated for throat (oesophagael) cancer, the disease has also been found in her liver, but all treatments have been put on hold, because she currently is too fragile.

Sylvia Kristel at the 1974 Cannes film festival

Sylvia, a heavy smoker since age 11, wrote in her 2006 biography Undressing Emmanuelle about her battle with drugs and alcohol and her destructive relationships with older men. She has one son, 37-year old Arthur, with Belgian author Hugo Claus, a man 27 years her senior. Arthur told Belgian newspaper Het Laatste Nieuws that his mother's situation is very serious, "I would like to be able to say she will soon be well again, but we have to remain realistic."

Christopher Schwarzenegger's condition is improving

Christopher Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver

Christopher Schwarzenegger was hospitalised last week after a boogie boarding accident. He suffered a collapsed lung, broken bones and broken ribs from the accident and was admitted to the intensive care unit. Fortunately, he is now improving and is expected to be released mid-week.

Mum Maria Shriver has stayed by his side constantly, with a source telling People Magazine, "She was shaken horribly. This is her baby. She has been at the hospital nonstop, 24-7. She is sleeping there. How much can she take right now?"

Christopher's accident comes mere weeks after Maria filed for divorce from Arnold Schwarzenegger. Reason for the pending divorce is that Arnold fathered a child with their longtime housekeeper. Thankfully, their divorce doesn't affect their relationship with their children, Arnold has frequently visited with Christopher in the hospital. Another source tells People Magazine, that "Arnold is a great father and he and Maria will always come together when it comes to supporting and loving their children."

Christopher and Arnold Schwarzenegger

At the same time big brother Patrick Schwarzenegger, 17, who changed his Twitter name to Patrick Shriver immediately after news of his father's infedelity broke, tweeted a photo of himself in a t-shirt sporting the image of Christopher. He tweeted, "My brother is doing a lot better. Wearing this shirt for him."

Patrick Schwarzenegger

Christopher Schwarzenegger in the ICU after a surfing accident

Christopher and Arnold Schwarzenegger © FlynetPictures.com

Christopher Schwarzenegger, 13, has been hospitalised after a serious surfing accident. The youngest son of Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver was boogie boarding in Malibu, when he suffered an accident. He is in the ICU, of an undefined hospital in the Los Angeles area, with a collapsed lung, broken bones and broken ribs.

Mother Maria was with Christopher at the beach. A source tells People Magazine, "Christopher has been in ICU since Sunday. Maria has not left his side and is sleeping at hospital." Father Arnold has visited the hospital.

Friday older brother Patrick tweeted, "Thank you everyone for your messages about my brother. This kid is strongest kid I ever seen. Keep praying." Sister Katherine also posted a message on Twitter,
"Thank you guys for ur concern and prayers for my baby brother! He's a tough little guy and getting better! Please keep praying for him!"

Maria Shriver and Christopher Schwarzenegger © The Associated Pres

UPDATE
Arnold Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver have released a statement to thank the first responders and care providers of their son. Luckily, Christopher is expected to make a full recovery.

The statement reads, "While it has been a very scary week, Christopher is surrounded by his family and friends. He is a brave boy and is expected to make a full recovery. On behalf of our entire family, we want to sincerely thank the paramedics and lifeguards who responded so swiftly as well as the doctors, nurses, emergency room and hospital staff who have cared for our son," the statement continues.They have been extraordinary to him and to us. We thank everyone for their thoughts and prayers and ask for respect and privacy for Christopher and our family."