Ann Wilson has received support and encouraging words from fans after revealing her cancer diagnosis in an emotional statement on Tuesday.
The Heart frontwoman, 74, shared on social media that she ‘underwent an operation to remove something’ that turned out to be cancerous, and will now ‘undergo a course of preventative chemotherapy.’
Fans of the singer jumped to X to offer their support and ‘prayer,’ with one penning, ‘A solemn note from Ann Wilson, lead singer of the band Heart. Cancer is so insidious…’
Another wrote, ‘Sending Ann Wilson all the good thoughts and energy I have,’ along with a screenshot of her statement.
‘Your music and voice has enriched our lives with a joy for which we could never thank you enough. You don’t owe us anything,’ one also typed out.
Ann Wilson, 74, has received support and encouraging words from fans after revealing her cancer diagnosis in an emotional statement on Tuesday; seen in 2019 in Las Vegas
Fans of the singer jumped to X to offer their support and ‘prayer,’ with one penning, ‘A solemn note from Ann Wilson, lead singer of the band Heart. Cancer is so insidious…’
‘Just take care of yourself, do what you think is best for your health, and we’ll all be here waiting for you when you return,’ the fan concluded.
One social media user added, ‘Take care of your health above all else. Prayers of healing going up,’ while another shared, ‘Hoping for a speedy recovery. Much love!’
‘Your health is priority #1 Ann. You are loved and admired by so many people. Wishing you all the best and a speedy recovery. You are blessed with one of the greatest voices in Rock music. It will not be stilled!!’ a fan penned.
Another sent a positive note and wrote in the comments, ‘I beat it! YOU CAN TOO! God Bless you Ann!’
‘You, Nancy & the band played 1 of the best shows I have ever attended. It was 1980 at the Yale Bowl, with The Eagles & The Little River Band,’ a fan recalled.
‘Take the time you need to recoup & come back rockin’ Ann! Heart will always be a Top 10 act for me!’
Others encouraged Wilson to not rush back to the stage, with one adding, ‘Bless you Ann. Take all the time you need.’
‘Get well soon dear Ann & you’re in my thoughts and prayers!’ another wrote, as one also added, ‘stay strong and get through this!!’
The Heart frontman expressed that she ‘underwent an operation to remove something’ that turned out to be cancerous, and will now ‘undergo a course of preventative chemotherapy’
Another wrote, ‘Sending Ann Wilson all the good thoughts and energy I have,’ along with a screenshot of her statement
‘You, Nancy & the band played 1 of the best shows I have ever attended. It was 1980 at the Yale Bowl, with The Eagles & The Little River Band,’ a fan recalled
‘Get well soon dear Ann & you’re in my thoughts and prayers!’ another wrote, as one also added, ‘stay strong and get through this!!’
‘Your health is more important to us than a concert tour. We’ll be here when you’re ready and able to tour again. Get well, do what the docs say,’ another penned; seen with Nancy Wilson in 2014 in NYC
‘Your health is more important to us than a concert tour. We’ll be here when you’re ready and able to tour again. Get well, do what the docs say,’ another penned.
One fan on X shared, ‘Much love and blessings to you on your way to a speedy recovery. Stay safe.’
On Tuesday, the What About Love musician announced her health battle in an emotional Instagram post – detailing how she will undergo chemotherapy after having surgery.
The post read: ‘Dear friends, I recently underwent an operation to remove something that, as it turns out, was cancerous.’
‘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.’
Wilson said doctors had advised her to ‘take the rest of the year away from the stage in order to fully recover’ – canceling Heart’s planned Royal Flush Tour alongside Cheap Trick, which was slated to begin on July 30 in Cleveland and run until December.
‘To the ticket buyers, I really do wish we could do these gigs. Please know that I absolutely plan to be back on stage in 2025. My team is getting those details sorted & we’ll let you know the plan as soon as we can.
‘Please know that I absolutely plan to be back on stage in 2025.’
On Tuesday, the What About Love musician announced her health battle in an emotional Instagram post – detailing how she will undergo chemotherapy after having surgery; seen in 2022 in NYC
Wilson said doctors had advised her to ‘take the rest of the year away from the stage in order to fully recover’ – canceling Heart’s planned Royal Flush Tour
‘This is merely a pause. I’ve much more to sing, Love, Ann Wilson. Respectfully, this is the last public statement I’d like to make on the matter,’ she added; seen in 1978 in New York
‘This is merely a pause. I’ve much more to sing, Love, Ann Wilson. Respectfully, this is the last public statement I’d like to make on the matter.’
Wilson did not reveal what type of cancer she is battling.
Ann and sister Nancy Wilson, 70, previously cancelled a series of concerts in June and July in Europe due to medical concerns.
They said Ann ‘had to undergo a time-sensitive but routine medical procedure’ that required at least six weeks of recovery.
Ann wrote on Instagram at the time: ‘I’m okay! Please don’t worry. I do apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. It’s certainly an inconvenience for me. Love & respect always, Ann.’
Ann and sister Nancy Wilson, 70, previously cancelled a series of concerts in June and July in Europe due to medical concerns; seen in 2009 in L.A.
Heart’s US Top 40 singles include Magic Man, Crazy on You, Barracuda, What About Love and no. 1 hits These Dreams and Alone
Wilson and Nancy were the two main singers in Heart, a rock band formed in the 1970s, and have sold 35million records worldwide.
Heart’s US Top 40 singles include Magic Man, Crazy on You, Barracuda, What About Love and no. 1 hits These Dreams and Alone.
They have been nominated for four Grammy Awards and sold over 50 million records worldwide, including 22.5 million albums in the United States.
Heart was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2013, and they reunited in 2019 after a three-year hiatus.