Wayne Merlot spotted on bench, appears to still be alive (surprisingly)

Wayne Merlot, famous for films such as "Finally, she touched me" and "Sing, blind dog, sing!", was spotted in Ohio yesterday afternoon on a bench at an outlet mall. Those who saw him said he appeared to be in good health, although both of the Auntie Anne's shift managers admitted they have no training in the medical arts. It was the first public sighting of Merlot in quite some time. He has been reclusive since critics panned his rock opera, "Harley Davidson and Cigarettes". One can only hope this sighting means he has finally recovered and is ready to perform again.