Former MTV VJ Matt Pinfield Hospitalized After Massive Stroke

The 63-year-old music personality remains in the hospital following a January 6 stroke, with his daughter seeking temporary conservatorship over his care and finances.

Matt Pinfield, a former MTV VJ and music industry veteran, suffered a massive stroke on January 6 and remains hospitalized.
His daughter, Jessica Pinfield, has filed for temporary conservatorship, citing concerns about his ability to manage his health and financial decisions.
Pinfield's health issues include past struggles with substance abuse, heart problems, and injuries from a 2018 car accident.
The Los Angeles radio station where Pinfield hosted a show announced his temporary leave and expressed support for his recovery.
Pinfield is widely recognized for hosting MTV's '120 Minutes' and for his influential career in music broadcasting and production.