Richard Low, 74, Reveals Colon Condition Behind Recent Hospitalisation; Says It Cannot Be Cured

Veteran Singaporean actor Richard Low has opened up about his recent hospitalization due to diverticular disease. He confirmed that the condition is chronic and cannot be cured, though he is currently managing his health.
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Jiamun Koh 16 Jul 2026 at 23:08 Share Bookmark Bookmark Share on Facebook Share on WhatsApp Share on Twitter Share on WeChat Set 8days as your preferred source on Google Add 8days as a trusted source to help Google better understand and surface our content in search results. Richard Low Old & Dangerous Back in May, Mediacorp actor Richard Low , affectionately known to fans as Limpeh, gave many a scare when he revealed he had been hospitalised for six days after suddenly losing control of his bowel and bladder.
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