Legendary “Tonight Show” announcer, Ed McMahon, has been in the ICU unit of a Los Angeles hospital for over a month clinging to life. The announcer, who turns 86 on Friday, is suffering from pneumonia, bone cancer, and other medical problems. Rumors are flying that McMahon only has days left to life. His publicist, Howard Bragman, has released the following statement:

“I’m not a medical doctor, I’m a spin doctor, so I’m not able to give a diagnosis here. But, what I can tell you is this: I’ve seen many people come up to Ed over the years and say, ‘You were a Marine.’ Ed would look them in the eye and say, ‘I AM a Marine.’ What that means for his current medical challenges is the same thing it’s meant for every challenge he’s ever faced in life. It means he’s a fighter — not a quitter. It means he’s confronting it head-on with strength, courage and dignity. I would ask that those who care about Ed say a prayer, remain hopeful and send their good wishes, because Colonel McMahon is still fighting the good fight. Ed, his family, and friends are looking forward to celebrating his 86th birthday Friday.”