Heart's Ann Wilson diagnosed with cancer
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She's released a statement to fans
Author: Scott ColothanPublished 3 hours ago
Legendary Heart vocalist Ann Wilson has been diagnosed with cancer.
In late May, Heart cancelled their entire European tour, including their six UK arena shows with Squeeze, so Ann Wilson could undergo an unspecified medical procedure.
In a statement on social media last night, 74-year-old Ann Wilson said that doctors have discovered she has cancer and she’s undergoing a course of chemotherapy.
The band’s upcoming North American tour dates on The Royal Flush Tour have been cancelled due to her treatment.
"Dear friends, I recently underwent an operation to remove something that, as it turns out, was cancerous,” Wilson wrote.
"The operation was successful & I’m feeling great but my doctors are now advising me to undergo a course of preventative chemotherapy & I've decided to do it.
"And so many doctors are instructing me to take the rest of the year away from the stage in order to fully recover.
"To the ticket buyers, I really do wish we could do these gigs. Please know that I absolutely plan to be back on the stage in 2025. My team is getting those details sorted & we'll know the plan as soon as we can.
"Thank you all for the support. This is merely a pause. I've much more to sing. Love, Ann Wilson."
Everyone at Planet Rock wishes Ann Wilson the very best with her treatment and recovery.
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