‘Blue Lagoon’ star Christopher Atkins undergoes surgery: Gives health update and says ‘Got more metal in me’

Actor Christopher Atkins, who is best known for his lead role in the popular film ‘Blue Lagoon,’ recently underwent surgery. The actor shared an update about the matter with fans, and reassured them that he is on his way to recovery after the medical procedure.

Christopher Atkins shares update after surgery

Taking to his social media account earlier this week, the actor posted a selfie of himself along with a caption talking about his medical ordeal. Showing off his newly bandaged arm with a thumbs up, the actor wrote in the caption that he is on his way to recovery.His caption further read, “Surgery went well. Got more metal in me. I'll need to get to airports even earlier to get through security! Lol. Thanks for all your well wishes! Love you!” A fan commented under his post, asking him what happened in the first place.

The actor was quick to reply by saying, “thousands of baseballs footballs and casting for fish! Sports as a kid catching up with me.”

In another comment, the actor revealed that he has had a lot of surgeries in the past year. “Hahahaha yeah I had the shoulder last year, 3 knee, artificial disc, and fusion in my back and now a metal elbow,” the star quipped, further joking about how he should have a movie made about him by now.

Fans and netizens share their support

As soon as the actor shared his health update, fans and netizens alike rallied under the comment section in order to share their support for the actor. Many wished for him to have a speedy recovery and talked about how strong he is. One comment from a person read, “Happy to hear your surgery went well ! You’re like the 4th person to mention multiple surgeries in the past few days for me …as I had a full hip replacement 3 wks and counting.

You’re on my 🙏 prayer list now, @christopheratkins1”, while another posted, “Get well soon. I hope the Dr gave u pain meds so u can cope. Take care.”A person wished him speedy recovery on his injusry, to which he replied by saying thanks, and even revealed that he is already on his way to new work regardless of the injury. His comment about future plans read, “thanks Nicki! Off to Australia to shoot a sizzle with Craig Bennett for a show concept in March. Looking forward to getting back to Oz.”