If you’ve ever been to Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, you may have had the distinct honor and privilege of meeting greeter Richard Gerth. His smiling face has welcomed so many different guests to the resort for many years and right now, he could use all the well wishes you have to offer.
Word started making the rounds on Tuesday morning that Richard had fallen ill and was actually taken to hospice. It seems as if Richard contracted pneumonia and is not doing very well at the time, so, he is not at the Grand Floridian.
Some higher end Cast Members at the Grand Floridian have confirmed that there are some other medical ailments which have befallen Richard, but out of respect for and the privacy of him and his family, they will not be revealed at this time.
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Please…do not make attempts to reach out or interfere in any fashion with this situation regarding Mr. Richard. Let his close friends and family have their time with him and their privacy as well.
There is a page on Facebook – Richard Gerth: Grand Floridian Greeter – which has been in contact with his family in the past and may have more updated information as time goes on.
If you’ve ever had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Richard Gerth and being in his presence, then, you know just how wonderful a person he truly is. The man is a true icon and signifies the heart and soul of what Disney is all about.
All of us here at Doctor Disney send only great thoughts, prayers, and wishes to you, Richard. We can only hope for the best and a bit of magic.
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