Nick Moran Recovers After Life-Saving Spinal Surgery

London, England — British actor Nick Moran, best known for his roles in the “Harry Potter” series and “Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels,” is recovering at home following an emergency spinal surgery due to a life-threatening condition. The 55-year-old actor’s health issues became apparent when he experienced severe neck pain, prompting his girlfriend to urge him to seek medical attention.

Actor and friend Terry Stone shared the alarming news on social media, revealing that Moran initially dismissed the pain, intending to manage it with over-the-counter treatments. Stone recounted, “He said, ‘No I’ll put some deep heat on it,’ but after visiting the doctor, he was sent to A&E where he was told, ‘We need to take you in for an emergency operation because this is life-threatening.’”

According to Stone, doctors discovered that Moran had damaged his neck, which was impacting his spinal cord and potentially affecting his ability to speak and walk. He explained, “The doctors concluded Nick could be left unable to walk or talk unless he underwent the surgery, which involved cutting into his spine and removing four bones from his neck.”

The operation was described as a micro-surgery, with significant risks due to the proximity of critical nerves in the area. “They had to replace the bones in his neck with artificial bone, and the complexity of the operation led to concerns that he might never fully recover,” said Stone. “He was told it was traumatic, and that he might never walk or talk again.”

After undergoing surgery successfully, Moran was reported to be in recovery, speaking with family, and showing signs of improvement. “He’s speaking now, which is a good sign,” Stone reported. “However, he’s still very fragile, shuffling around like a 100-year-old with a neck brace.”

In a statement to the press, Moran’s representative affirmed that the surgery was urgent and critical. “Nick had urgent spinal surgery over a week ago, which carries the usual risks of such procedures. All went well. He is now back home on his way to a full recovery after a short hospital stay. He appreciates the well wishes and support from fans,” the representative said.

Stone had previously documented Moran’s health journey on Instagram, sharing a photo of the actor in a neck brace in intensive care. He noted, “Nick’s giving us the thumbs up but still needs your support, prayers, and love,” encouraging fans to rally for his recovery. Stone also mentioned that he and Moran had worked together on a podcast just weeks prior to the health crisis.

The film and television community, alongside fans, have expressed overwhelming support on social media, wishing Moran a speedy recovery. As he continues to recuperate at home, updates regarding his health and his plans for the future are expected to be shared soon. The latest episode of Stone’s podcast, featuring Moran, is set to be released on Sunday.