Ethel Kennedy, 96-year-old widow of RFK and family matriarch, hospitalized after stroke

Ethel Kennedy, the 96-year-old widow of Robert F. Kennedy Sr., was hospitalized last week after suffering a stroke, her relatives announced Tuesday.

The 96-year-old Kennedy matriarch and mother of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. suffered the medical emergency on Thursday.

“She was brought to an area hospital, where is now receiving treatment,” her daughter, Rory Kennedy, said in a statement posted to X.

“She is comfortable, she is getting the best care possible, and she is surrounded by family,” Rory said of her mother.

“Please keep her in your thoughts and prayers,” read the statement also shared by other Kennedy relatives.

The family has asked for privacy.