Wilson says she’s doing fine
Ann Wilson has updated fans about her cancer diagnosis. In a social media post, the Heart frontwoman says she’s finished chemotherapy and is looking forward to returning to the road in 2025.
“Now I know lots of you have been wondering how I’ve been doing, so I thought it’d be best if you heard this straight from me,” Wilson shares in an audio message on social media.
“I’m doing absolutely fine now, but it’s been, to put it mildly, a lot. Chemo is no joke. It takes a lot out of a person. And then there’s that two weeks of waiting around for test results, a form of mental torture. For anyone who’s been through that, I empathize big time. Luckily for me, when the results finally came, they were the good kind, and so I’m excited to share with you that I’m now finished with chemo and I’m officially ready to get ready for the tour in 2025. There’s maintenance going forward, but I’m told the side effects are much less severe. The worst is over and I’m thankful for the efficacy of this poison, but it’s more than welcome to get the fuck out of my body now.”
She continues, “I’m immensely grateful to everyone who prayed and sent me those good vibes,” she continued. “I’ve so felt your love. My story has a happy ending, due in part to early detection. My advice? Get checked regularly. I love you all, and I’ll see you very, very soon. There’s much to celebrate.”
Earlier this year, Wilson underwent “preventative chemotherapy,” forcing the band to cancel its European tour and postpone North American dates.
The band has announced rescheduled 2025 Royal Flush Tour dates, which now kick off in late February with two shows at Fontainebleau Las Vegas. Dates are scheduled through mid-April.
With a career spanning nearly five decades, the 2013 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductees have earned global recognition selling more than 35 million albums worldwide, with 20 Top 40 singles to their name. Heart’s catalog of global chart-topping classic hits includes “Magic Man,” “Barracuda,” “Crazy on You,” and “These Dreams.” The current members of Heart feature Nancy Wilson on rhythm, lead and acoustic guitar, backing and lead vocals; Ann Wilson on lead vocals and flute; Ryan Wariner on lead and rhythm guitar; Ryan Waters on guitars; Paul Moak on guitars, keyboards and backing vocals; Tony Lucido on bass and backing vocals; and Sean T Lane on drums and bike.
A health update from Ann. pic.twitter.com/tSmahS2JwW
— Ann Wilson (@annwilson) September 25, 2024
