Tamela Mann, the Grammy award-winning gospel artist known for hits like “Take Me To The King” and “Change Me,” underwent double-knee surgery this past Wednesday. 

Mann made the announcement to fans through a video on Instagram.

“For those that don’t know, I’m having double-knee replacement,” Mann shared in the video. “I’m letting you guys in to follow me and pray with me through this every step of the way, okay?” 

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In the caption to the video, she promised to update her fans on her condition.

“Today is the day ❤️ I’ll be checking in periodically to give you guys updates as often as I can. Send a prayer up for me.” 

Comments flooded in with heartfelt prayers and concerns under the “Meet The Browns” star’s page.

Gospel recording artist, Jonathan Nelson commented, “You’re in our Prayers! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾.”  Sunday’s Best winner Darlene Mccoy wrote, “We are praying for u sis! You’re gonna do well and be so happy you decided to go through with this surgery…🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🔥🙌🏼🙌🏼🔥🔥🔥.”

Hours after the surgery, Mann posted another video on Instagram. “Hey everybody, surgery was successful. I haven’t gotten up and walked yet but that’s coming,” she stated.

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Her second video received more encouraging words from people. Singer, Dorinda Clarke Cole said, “Awwww love you Tamala! Praying for your speedy recovery! ❤️🌹.” Ajah Walls from The Walls Group wrote, “love you guys so much. continuing to cover you and the fam ❤️”.

According to Christian Post, “Mann will be taking a break from her busy schedule to recover. She is a busy entrepreneur, entertainer, and mom. She’s been married for 30 years to her partner in life and business, David Mann.”

 

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