Report: Ted Turner admitted to South American hospital for appendicitis

(CNN) -- CNN and Turner Broadcasting System founder Ted Turner was admitted to a hospital while traveling in South America, his spokesman said Friday.

The spokesman, Phillip Evans, did not indicate where specifically Turner was treated or for what ailment, saying "it is our policy not to comment on his personal health." Evans said that Turner was hospitalized "for observation."

BURT REYNOLDS HOSPITALIZED

Burt Reynolds is being treated in the intensive care unit at a Florida hospital ... after coming down with a nasty case of the flu ... TMZ has learned. 

Former President Bush In Stable Condition, Still Hospitalized

Former President George H.W. Bush remains in stable condition at a Houston hospital where he is being treated for a lingering cough related to bronchitis.

Lakers Owner Jerry Buss Hospitalized

Los Angeles Lakers owner Jerry Buss is being treated at a hospital for dehydration.