Overview
- Charles Kelley disclosed on Instagram that doctors found multiple myeloma after blood tests ordered following random rib fractures.
- Kelley said he feels healthy, expressed hope because treatments have improved in recent years, and promised to keep fans updated on his health.
- He told viewers he expects the first six months of therapy will not be highly invasive and that he plans to continue recording, promoting new music, and performing.
- Lady A bandmates and many fellow artists posted public messages of support after the announcement, and the trio’s upcoming releases, collaborations, and the December This Winter’s Night Tour remain scheduled.
- Multiple myeloma is a cancer of plasma cells in the bone marrow with improving survival trends thanks to newer therapies, a context Kelley cited when discussing his prognosis.