Olympic gymnast Mary Lou Retton 'fighting for her life' in ICU, daughter says

HOUSTON — Mary Lou Retton, the gold-medal-winning gymnast who became known as "America's sweetheart" after the 1984 Olympics, is in the hospital "fighting for her life," according to her daughter.

McKenna Kelley said her mom is being treated for a "very rare form of pneumonia."

In a Spotfund.com post, Kelley said Retton, who lives in Houston, is not able to breathe on her own and has been in the ICU for more than a week.

"Out of respect for her and her privacy, I will not disclose all details. However, I will disclose that she not insured," Kelley posted. "We ask that if you could help in any way, that 1) you PRAY! and 2) if you could help us with finances for the hospital bill."

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