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A-ha’s Morten Harket reveals Parkinson’s diagnosis, uncertain singing future

His treatment last year featured bilateral deep brain stimulation implants aimed at alleviating his symptoms

Overview

  • The 65-year-old singer disclosed on June 4 that he has been living with Parkinson’s disease since at least mid-2024.
  • Neurosurgeons implanted electrodes in the left hemisphere in June 2024 and repeated the procedure on the right six months later.
  • Despite initial symptom relief from deep brain stimulation, Harket says the disease’s progression has jeopardized his ability to sing.
  • He describes managing the balance between medication doses and their side effects as a constant struggle.
  • Harket is developing new songs but cautions that their release hinges on his health and urges fans to prioritize environmental care and genuine causes.