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Pete Doherty Diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes Amid Health Struggles

The Libertines frontman opens up about his diagnosis and the challenges of managing his health after years of substance abuse.

  • Pete Doherty, the Libertines singer and guitarist, has been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes as he continues to battle ongoing health issues.
  • Doherty has openly discussed his struggles with alcohol and drugs, noting that his health improved after giving up 'the main poisons' but worsened with the consumption of alcohol, cheese, and sugar.
  • The musician reflects on his relationship with his father and his desire for acceptance, especially after marrying and welcoming a baby girl with his wife, Katia de Vidas.
  • Doherty lives in northern France with his family and has been working towards a healthier lifestyle, moving away from hard drugs and focusing on his music career.
  • The Libertines are set to release their first new album in nine years, 'All Quiet On The Eastern Esplanade', and have announced a 2024 UK and Ireland headline tour.
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