Nation star Raul Malo reveals uncommon most cancers complication, cancels Mavericks tour

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Country star Raul Malo shared that his battle in opposition to stage 4 colon most cancers has "taken a flip," revealing he was lately recognized with a uncommon complication of the illness.

On Wednesday, the 60-year-old Mavericks frontman, who first disclosed his most cancers analysis in June 2024, introduced on social media that he has developed leptomeningeal illness (LMD). In line with the Cleveland Clinic, LMD is an incurable situation by which most cancers cells unfold from a complicated most cancers to the cerebrospinal fluid and the membranes across the mind and spinal wire.

Malo defined in an Instagram put up that The Mavericks canceled their remaining 2025 tour dates, besides for 2 December exhibits, so he can deal with his well being.

"I wish to replace you all on my well being, as issues have taken a flip," Malo wrote alongside a video by which he was seen sitting in a chair and taking part in a guitar.

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Nation star Raul Malo shared that his battle in opposition to Stage IV colon most cancers has "taken a flip." (Rick Kern/Getty Pictures)

"Because it goes with most cancers, it’s a really unpredictable and indiscriminatory illness," the Grammy Award winner continued. "I’ve developed one thing known as LMD, which stands for 'get this s--- out of my head.' Therapy for that is radiation, which I'll begin tomorrow."

"We'll in all probability soar into some chemo, and are even taking a look at different therapies," Malo added. "Nevertheless it’s time to take your phrases to coronary heart of resting & recovering, in order that’s what I’m going to do."

Whereas Malo shared that "all exhibits going ahead are canceled," he promised followers The Mavericks will "proceed doing cool tasks, releasing reside recordings, merchandise, Trovador and so forth."

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The Mavericks have been touring with Dwight Yoakam on the nation star's Cosmic Roundup & Rodeo Tour however lately canceled or postponed a number of dates as a consequence of Malo's well being struggles.

"I wish to thank Dwight Yoakam, his band, and crew for his or her kindness and understanding this 12 months, and sorry we couldn’t end the tour the best way we deliberate," Malo wrote.

Nonetheless, Malo advised followers to "cling on to your tickets" for the band's two exhibits at Nashville's Ryman Auditorium on Dec. 5 and 6, noting they're "planning one thing particular" and can share particulars quickly.

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Malo revealed that he has developed a uncommon, incurable complication of the illness. (Frank Hoensch/Redferns)

The "Dance the Night time Away" hitmaker additionally assured followers he's "on no account alone, or scared."

"I've a tremendous spouse and boys, fantastic household, workforce, street crew, band, associates and followers," he wrote. "I don’t even have sufficient phrases to explain the love and assist that I’m getting proper now."

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"To my associates who've despatched me texts and messages, I would like you to know that I’ve learn all of them," he continued. "I can’t return all of them, however your love, prayers, and effectively needs haven't gone unnoticed."

The singer vowed that he'll proceed to combat his most cancers "full steam forward." (Jason Davis/Getty Pictures for Skyville)

Malo additionally mirrored on how he plans to strategy his cancer battle transferring ahead and vowed to share extra updates.

"We don’t know what it will appear to be a pair months from now, however we're going into it like we've with every part else," he mentioned. "Full steam forward. Struggle, get better, relaxation, repeat."

"I wish to thanks all on your unbelievable assist by means of all this, and sorry in regards to the cancellations however we've no alternative anymore," Malo continued. "Discover kindness & empathy on the market wherever you may. People are alright, even if you happen to don’t imagine it from what you see on TV."