Michael Bolton poses for rare pic amid brain cancer battle as he celebrates 72nd birthday
The beloved singer has shared a rare snap to celebrate his 72nd birthday, just one year after revealing his brain cancer diagnosis.
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Michael Bolton looked frail as he shared a rare snap to celebrate his 72nd birthday, just one year after revealing his brain cancer diagnosis.
In a new photo shared on Facebook, he was surrounded by family as he posed in front of a birthday banner and balloons.
The Go The Distance singer wrote in the caption: “Spending my birthday filled with love and gratitude. Wishing you all the same, today and everyday!”
The Grammy award-winning singer was about to tuck into a slice of birthday cake he’d been given by his children Holly and Taryn, and three of his grandchildren.
Earlier this month, Michael was forced to make the heartbreaking decision to cancel his highly-anticipated London O2 show.
He has been recovering from his secret surgery in December 2023 – weeks before revealing his health crisis to the world.
He said in January 2024: “I want to start by wishing everyone a very happy and healthy new year! I also want to share that 2023 ended up presenting me with some very unexpected challenges.
“Just before the holidays, it was discovered that I had a brain tumour, which required immediate surgery.
“Thanks to my incredible medical team, the surgery was a success. I am now recuperating at home and surrounded by the tremendous love and support of my family.”
He sadly explained he would be taking a “temporary break from touring”, adding: “I will be devoting my time and energy to my recovery.”
Michael continued: “It is always the hardest thing for me to ever disappoint my fans or postpone a show, but have no doubt I am working hard to accelerate my recovery and get back to performing soon.
“You all know how much I was looking forward to this show but I am continuing to heal from surgery,
“Thank you for all your love and positive energy over this past year. I am so grateful to have the most supportive fans in the world.”
This article originally appeared in The Sun and was reproduced with permission
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