Widow of Sen. Robert F. Kennedy, Ethel Kennedy, Hospitalized After Stroke at 96

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The widow of late Sen. Robert F. Kennedy, Ethel Kennedy, is currently in the hospital after suffering from a stroke. The 96-year-old reportedly had the stroke in her sleep last week and is now receiving treatment, surrounded by her family. Her grandson Joe Kennedy III shared a statement about her and asked for privacy.