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Donald Glover Reveals Stroke and Heart Surgeries Behind Last Year’s Tour Cancellation

The onstage revelation ended months of speculation over the abrupt tour cancellation.

Overview

  • He told the crowd at Los Angeles' Camp Flog Gnaw festival that severe headaches and vision problems began during a Louisiana show.
  • After seeking care in Houston, doctors diagnosed a stroke, according to his account.
  • A previously undetected hole in his heart was later discovered and treated with two operations.
  • He also cited a broken foot from the same period and urged fans to value their lives, sharing a reflection about having 'two lives.'
  • The disclosure replaces earlier vague references to an operation and rest, with no new information on prognosis or future touring plans.