Kutcher ‘lucky to be alive’ after autoimmune ailment

Ashton Kutcher is clarifying details about his battle with an autoimmune disease he said “knocked out” his ability to see and hear.

The “That 70's Show” alum, 44, took to Twitter this week to clear up what he contended with.

“Before there are a bunch of rumors/ chatter/ whatever out there. Yes, I had a rare vasculitis episode 3yrs ago. (Autoimmune flair up) I had some impairments hear, vision, balance issues right after,” said Kutcher.

“I fully recovered. All good,” he continued, adding that he was “moving on. See you at the 2022 NY Marathon w/Thorn.”

Kutcher added that at the time he was going through the scare, he didn’t know whether he’d be able to regain his vision, hearing or ability to walk. “I’m lucky to be alive.”

Heche still critical as fiery crash investigated

Anne Heche has remained in critical condition since crashing her vehicle into a Los Angeles residence Friday, according to a new representative for the actress.

“Over the weekend a representative stated that Anne was in stable condition but that information was inaccurate. She has always remained in critical condition, slipping into a coma following the accident,” a spokesperson for Heche told CNN in a statement this week. “She has a significant pulmonary injury requiring mechanical ventilation and burns that require surgical intervention. She is currently being treated at the Grossman Burn Center.”

Earlier, CNN reported that Heche is under investigation for misdemeanor DUI and hit-and-run, according to Los Angeles Police Department Officer Annie Hernandez. Investigators obtained a warrant for a blood draw on the day of the incident. They are still awaiting those results, Hernandez said. Meantime, friends of the woman whose home was destroyed in the crash say she “narrowly escaped physical harm.” Lynne Mishele was inside her residence where Heche crashed and fire broke out, officials told CNN.

Audra McDonald returning to Broadway this autumn

Audra McDonald is bringing the drama with her return to The Great White Way this fall.

The six-time Tony Award winner will star in the limited engagement of Adrienne Kennedy’s “Ohio State Murders.” The production will be helmed by Kenny Leon and will be the first show at the newly renamed and renovated James Earl Jones Theatre.

The play will begin performances Nov. 11 prior to an official opening Dec. 8. Additional casting and creative team members will be announced later.

“I am so thrilled. It’s only taken me 65 years to make it to Broadway!” Kennedy said in a statement.

— From wire services