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Lily Collins Marks Phil Collins’ 75th With Rare Photos as He Details Round-the-Clock Care

The family celebration follows his BBC remarks about five knee operations, months in hospital and the need for a live-in nurse.

Overview

  • Lily Collins posted a heartfelt Instagram tribute for her father’s 75th birthday, sharing a recent selfie, polaroids and a childhood photo.
  • Phil Collins recently told the BBC he has a 24-hour live-in nurse, citing years of health challenges that included five knee operations and extended hospital stays.
  • He said he contracted COVID in hospital, developed kidney problems he linked to past drinking, and now walks only with assistance.
  • Other relatives joined the public well-wishes, with sons Nicholas and Matthew sharing a new photo and daughter Joely commenting her birthday greetings.
  • Collins retired from drumming and Genesis in March 2022 due to health limits, though he has suggested he may cautiously test whether he can make music again.