Mary Lou Retton Says She's a 'Fighter' amid Pneumonia Recovery
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In her first interview since news of her health condition made headlines, former Olympic champion gymnast Mary Lou Retton spoke out about her health scare that took her and everyone around her by surprise, telling NBC News' Hoda Kotb that she's embracing every day.
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Mary Lou Retton Faces Long Recovery After Pneumonia Scare
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Mary Lou Retton says she's a 'fighter' as she recuperates at home following pneumonia scare
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Retired Olympic gymnast Mary Lou Retton and her family face questions after receiving nearly $500k in donations following her pneumonia hospitalization before refusing to say how it's being spent
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