89-year-old blues legend B.B. King is in hospice care, as a new status posted by the musician confirms his continued struggles with old age and diabetes. While King did NOT undergo a mild heart attack, as TMZ and others initially reported, the guitarist does seem to be in good spirits.

The following message was posted to his social media accounts:

“I am in home hospice care at my residence in Las Vegas.

Thanks to all for your well wishes and prayers.”

B.B. King

This is King’s second health-related issue in recent memory, as he was hospitalized for diabetes complications in early April. Then, King said he was “feeling much better” and had left the hospital. We’re sending our thoughts and prayers to King and his loved ones.

We’ll be sure to update as this story develops.