‘That’s So Raven’ Icon Rondell Sheridan Hospitalized Amid Pancreatitis Battle
Marvelous, just what the celebrity grapevine needed: ‘That’s So Raven’ favorite Rondell Sheridan was rushed to the hospital after an acute pancreatitis episode. TMZ broke the news on May 7, 2025, revealing the 67-year-old actor—best known for playing Dad Victor Baxter—checked into a Los Angeles medical center late last week. People Magazine later confirmed Sheridan’s condition, noting that doctors stabilized him overnight before running a battery of tests.
Look, I don’t want to be the doom-and-gloom messenger, but when you mix a high-stress Hollywood gig with a history of gallstones (as Sheridan apparently has), you get pancreatitis—a genuinely painful inflammation of the pancreas that often requires IV fluids, pain management, and sometimes even surgery. According to WebMD, acute pancreatitis can land anyone flat on their back for days. Sheridan’s rep told People that he’s “resting comfortably” but cautioned fans to brace for a longer recovery timeline.
I told you so about this star-health circus: Sheridan was juggling a voice role in an upcoming Disney podcast and doing reunion appearances, and stress is a known trigger for pancreatitis flare-ups. TMZ quoted an insider saying his schedule “was off the charts,” with red-carpet events booked back-to-back. Surprise, surprise—overcommitment meets pancreas revolt.
Sources also point out that Sheridan has publicly acknowledged past struggles with diet and exercise in interviews, which can exacerbate pancreatic issues. In a 2019 BET interview, he admitted, “I’ve been heavy, I’ve been lazy. I know better but sometimes life distracts you.” So, yes, moderation matters—your pancreas isn’t a fan of your worst habits.
Hospital staff reportedly advised Sheridan to adopt a low-fat, high-protein meal plan and schedule regular checkups for gallbladder health. If that seems painfully obvious, join the club. Early pancreatitis is treatable, but repeated attacks can lead to chronic disease or even diabetes—no good for a busy celebrity dad with a fanbase still demanding Tanner’s next psychic vision.
Stay tuned: Sheridan’s team plans to release a more detailed health update later this week, and fans are already rallying support on social media under #GetWellRondell. Will he make a full comeback in time for that much-ballyhooed ‘That’s So Raven’ revival talk? Probably, if he follows doctor’s orders—because nobody wants another hospital drama.
And that, dear reader, is why we can’t have nice things.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and TMZ, People Magazine
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