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Glenn Hoddle is in serious condition at the hospital but "reacts well" to specialized treatment following his collapse on Saturday morning.
The former director of England was taken seriously ill On its 61st birthday, BT Sport's studio canceled the live music program in the afternoon.
A spokesman for Hoddle said, "Earlier in the day, Glenn has collapsed in BT Sports Studios. He immediately received medical care on the set and was later transferred by paramedics to the London Hospital.
"The disease is serious, but Glenn is currently receiving specialized treatment and is responding well.
"Glenn's family is with him and would like to thank everyone who sent him their support. They also requested that their privacy be respected at that time. "
In statements released to the Press Association, English manager Gareth Southgate and Football Association president Greg Clarke both expressed their support.
Southgate, who played under Hoddle for England, said, "My thoughts and prayers are with Glenn Hoddle and his loved ones, following the sad news of today. All players are behind one of the greatest English footballers and we are ready to let him go. "
Clarke added, "At Wembley and St George's Park, we all think about Glenn and hope for positive news. We are also thinking of his family and friends in what will be an extremely difficult time for all who know him. "
BT Sport presenter, Jake Humphrey, revealed the news about the former Tottenham and England player, who is now working as a TV specialist.
Humphrey tweeted, "Our friend and colleague Glenn Hoddle was taken seriously ill at BT Sport Studio this morning. For this reason, there will be no @btsportscore – but we will live as usual for 5.30 kb in Leicester. Each of us is right with you Glenn, sending love and strength. "
BT showed the Premier League match between Leicester and West Ham and, at the beginning of the cover, Humphrey said: "Whatever Glenn Hoddle is for you, that it's one of the best footballers that the country has ever produced, a colleague or a family member that we love very much, the outpouring of love and support of today is quite something to have.
"At BT Sport, we add to that and we stand by you, Glenn, and we send you what's best for a speedy recovery."
Hoddle is considered one of the most talented players to represent England in recent decades. In addition to Tottenham, he has also performed in Monaco and Chelsea and has directed Chelsea, Southampton and Spurs, among others.
Messages of concern and support soon began to flow.
Former British teammate Gary Lineker wished Hoddle good luck by writing on Twitter: "An extremely disturbing news that Glenn Hoddle has collapsed earlier in BT Studios. The thoughts are with him and his family. Come on Glenn.
The Football Association, via the account of the English team, wrote: "disturbing news. Get back quickly, Glenn Hoddle, we're all behind you. "
Tottenham and Chelsea also sent their best wishes to their former player and coach, as did England captain Harry Kane, who said his thoughts were with Hoddle.
Southampton manager Mark Hughes, a former Hoddle teammate in Chelsea, said after his team's 0-0 draw with Newcastle, "I've just heard. He is in good hands in all respects and we hope he can overcome this situation.
"I'm not sure of the seriousness of the situation, but when these events occur, it's clear that the well-being of someone I know well, someone who has me signed for Chelsea and who was director here when I was player, is a source of concern.
"We and all footballers wish him luck because he is a fantastic football guy."
Brighton manager Chris Hughton added, "This is very sad news. I know someone from Glenn since I was 12 years old. He was a schoolboy in Tottenham when I was there and he was the star player we all admired and could never approach.
"Of course, I worked under him when he was one of Tottenham's coaches.
"Then, certainly, my thoughts are with him and my prayers are with him. He has a strong character, Glenn, and I'm sure he'll fight it. "
Hoddle won 53 caps for England while as manager, he took his country to the finals of the 1998 World Cup in France, qualifying for the 0-0 draw in Italy.
He lost his job the following year after expressing controversial views about reincarnation in a Sunday Times interview.
Former England goalkeeper Ray Clemence, coach of the goalkeepers during Hoddle's reign in England, urged him to "stay strong".
Michael Owen, who scored a memorable World Cup goal for England with Hoddle against Argentina in 1998, said: "I only hope that Glenn Hoddle will be fine after his fall. Super manager and a great man. "
A two-time winner of the FA Cup with the Spurs, Hoddle also enjoyed success on the continent, winning the UEFA Cup with Tottenham in 1984 and the Ligue 1 title in Monaco in 1988.
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