Buffy star Nicholas Brendon hospitalised with "cardiac" issue

By Neil Wilkes, Editor-in-chief | 16m

Nicholas Brendon is admitted to hospital for a second time for a "cardiac" issue, his sister reveals.

Buffy, The Vampire Slayer star Nicholas Brendon was recently admitted to hospital for a second time for a "cardiac" issue, his sister has revealed.

The 51-year-old has suffered numerous health issues in recent years - including a bizarre injury two years ago that resulted in penis and anus problems.

In a post on Instagram, Brendon's sister shared several pictures of the actor in hospital receiving treatment following his latest setback.

She wrote: "Nicky sends his love and wanted me to apologize that he hasn't been going live as much lately and to give everyone an update.

"Nicky is doing fine now but he had to be rushed to emergency about two weeks ago because of a cardiac incident (tachycardia/arrhythmia).

"Some of you might remember he had a similar incident after his second spinal surgery last year (for Cauda Equina) but this time. He is trying to get a little more rest and has been concentrating on medical appointments."

Brendon has spoken candidly in recent years about his battles with alcoholism and depression.