Mary Lou Retton's daughter offers positive update on her mom: 'Her path to recovery is steadily progressing'

Mary Lou Retton, who captured the attention of the nation when she won the all-around women's gymnastics competition at the 1984 Summer Olympics, has been "fighting for her life" in a hospital, according to her daughter. 

However, McKenna Kelley, Retton's daughter, offered an encouraging update on Saturday saying her mother's health is improving. 

"Mom's progress is truly remarkable. Prayers have been felt and are being answered," Kelley wrote in an Instagram post along with a praying hands emoji. "Although she remains in ICU her path to recovery is steadily progressing. Her fighting spirit is truly shining!"

On Tuesday, Kelley revealed that her mother has been in an ICU "over a week" with a "very rare form" of pneumonia. Since then, financial support has poured in as Retton "continues to fight." 

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As of Saturday morning, a fundraiser page for the legendary Olympian had received more than $419,000 in donations. The crowdfunding campaign to help with Retton's medical bills initially had a goal of $50,000.

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The Spotfund page also noted that Retton does not have health insurance.

"GET WELL MARY LOU!! You are America’s Sweet Heart and we are all rooting for you!" one donor wrote on the fundraising page.

Retton is receiving treatment at a Texas hospital, according to The Associated Press.

Kelley also mentioned that Retton is becoming less dependent on machines.

"Her breathing is becoming stronger, and her reliance on machines is diminishing. Though it's a lengthy journey, witnessing these improvements is incredibly heartening! She's beginning to respond to treatments," Kelley noted on Saturday in a social media post.

Retton's win at the 1984 Olympic Games in Los Angeles marked the first time an American woman won the all-around gold medal or any individual Olympic medal in gymnastics.

She appeared in several films and television shows in the 1980s and 1990s and was inducted into the International Gymnastics Hall of Fame in 1997.

After she retired from gymnastics, Retton became a motivational speaker and frequently shared messages about the benefits of proper nutrition and exercise. She also served on the President’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports under former President George W. Bush.

Ravens' Mark Andrews praises Travis Kelce amid Taylor Swift rumors: 'Raising the bar for a long time'

Baltimore Ravens star Mark Andrews has nothing but praise for his friend at tight end as he strides quickly to the national spotlight.

Kelce and Taylor Swift dating rumors continue to swirl. The pop star appeared at Arrowhead Stadium on Thursday night and watched the Kansas City Chiefs take on the Denver Broncos. The Chiefs won the game 19-8, making it 3-0 when Swift has been in attendance.

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"That’s an exciting thing," Andrews told the Baltimore Sun on Friday. "He's been raising the bar for a long time."

Andrews’ remarks seem to echo that of New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick. The six-time Super Bowl champion leader reacted to the rumors after Swift first appeared at a Chiefs game last month.

"Well, I would say that Travis Kelce has had a lot of big catches in his career. This would be the biggest," Belichick said on WEEI Radio at the time.

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Nothing is officially official between Kelce and Swift. It doesn’t appear they will be updating their Facebook statuses any time soon. 

However, Swift was seen again in the suite talking with Donna Kelce, hugging Brittany Mahomes and cheering on the tight end every time he made a catch. And he performed in front of her, too.

Travis Kelce finished Thursday’s game with nine catches on nine targets for 124 yards. It was the first time this season he’s surpassed 100 yards receiving.

The eight-time Pro Bowler has 36 catches for 346 yards and three touchdowns.

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