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Richard Dreyfuss Hospitalized With Viral Bronchitis

'Jaws' actor Richard Dreyfuss was hospitalized with viral bronchitis over the weekend, forcing him to cancel an appearance at fan event SharkCon.

Jaws star Richard Dreyfuss shared a remorseful video message over the weekend, revealing he had been hospitalized with viral bronchitis and would have to cancel his appearance at fan event SharkCon. In the clip, Dreyfuss explained that he had been diagnosed with viral bronchitis and would not be able to fly to the event in Tampa. SharkCon, an event sponsored by National Geographic and held at the Florida State Fairgrounds Expo in Tampa, brings together marine biologists and other experts, scuba professionals, shark enthusiasts, vendors, and creatives for a weekend “dedicated to raising awareness about shark and ocean conservation.” It featured numerous Jaws actors and crew to celebrated the 50th anniversary of Steven Spielberg ‘s seminal film.

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