Reality star Phil Harris is showing signs of improvement just days after he was put in a medically-induced coma.

The Deadliest Catch personality - and longtime captain of the Seattle-based F/V Cornelia Marie - suffered a stroke on Friday while off-loading the vessel. He was then airlifted to an Anchorage hospital where his sons (and deckhands) Josh and Jake have been with him.

In a new statement, Phil’s sons updated fans on his condition.

“Today, dad showed some good signs of improvement, squeezing our hands and even summoning his trademark Captain’s bluntness by telling the doctors and nurses, ‘Don’t f—- up.’ We are encouraged but still very cautious. It is a long road ahead, but it’s made more bearable and comforting knowing your thoughts and prayers are with us. We are strong because of you — our fans. Thanks and we will continue to update you as best we can going forward.”

Those wanting to express their well wishes can send them to this address:

Captain Phil Harris
PO Box 32466
Amarillo, Texas 79120-2466