Ann Wilson received support and words of encouragement from her fans after revealing her cancer diagnosis in an emotional statement on Tuesday.
The 74-year-old Heart frontwoman shared on social media that she “underwent an operation to remove something” that turned out to be cancerous and will now “undergo a course of preventative chemotherapy.”
Fans of the singer took to X to offer their support and “prayers,” with one writing: “A solemn note from Ann Wilson, lead singer of the band Heart. Cancer is so insidious…”
Another wrote: “Sending Ann Wilson all the good thoughts and energy I have,” along with a screenshot of her statement.
“Your music and your voice have enriched our lives with a joy for which we can never thank you enough. You owe us nothing,” one of them wrote.
Ann Wilson, 74, has received support and words of encouragement from fans after revealing her cancer diagnosis in an emotional statement on Tuesday; seen in 2019 in Las Vegas
Fans of the singer took to X to offer their support and “prayers,” with one writing: “A solemn note from Ann Wilson, lead singer of the band Heart. Cancer is so insidious…”
‘Take care of yourself, do what you think is best for your health and we will all be here waiting for you when you return,’ the fan concluded.
One social media user added: “Take care of your health above all else. We pray for your healing,” while another shared: “Hope for a speedy recovery. Lots of love!”
“Your health is your number one priority, Ann. You are loved and admired by so many people. I wish you all the best and a speedy recovery. You are blessed to have one of the best voices in rock music. It will not be stopped!” wrote one fan.
Another sent a positive note, writing in the comments: “I got over it! YOU CAN TOO! God bless you, Ann!”
“You, Nancy and the band played one of the best shows I’ve ever been to. It was in 1980 at the Yale Bowl with The Eagles and The Little River Band,” one fan recalled.
“Take all the time you need to recover and get back to rocking, Ann! Heart will always be in my top ten artists!”
Others encouraged Wilson not to rush back on stage, with one adding: “God bless you, Ann. Take all the time you need.”
“Get well soon dear Ann! You are in my thoughts and prayers,” wrote another, while another added: “Stay strong and get through this!”
The Heart frontman said he “underwent surgery to remove something” that turned out to be cancerous, and will now “undergo preventative chemotherapy treatment.”
Another wrote: “Sending Ann Wilson all the good thoughts and energy I have,” along with a screenshot of her statement.
“You, Nancy and the band played one of the best shows I’ve ever been to. It was in 1980 at the Yale Bowl with The Eagles and The Little River Band,” one fan recalled.
“Get well soon dear Ann! You are in my thoughts and prayers,” wrote another, while another added: “Stay strong and get through this!”
“Your health is more important to us than a concert tour. We will be here when you are ready and able to tour again. Get well, do what the doctors tell you,” wrote another; seen with Nancy Wilson in 2014 in New York
“Your health is more important to us than a concert tour. We will be here when you are ready and able to go on tour again. Get well, do what the doctors tell you,” wrote another.
One fan of X shared: “Wishing you lots of love and blessings on your road to a speedy recovery. Take care.”
On Tuesday, the What About Love musician announced her health battle in an emotional Instagram post, detailing how she will undergo chemotherapy following surgery.
The post read: ‘Dear friends, I recently had surgery to remove something that turned out to be cancerous.’
‘The operation was a success and I feel very well, but my doctors now recommend that I undergo preventive chemotherapy treatment and I have decided to do so.’
Wilson said doctors had advised him to “take the rest of the year off the stage to fully recover,” cancelling Heart’s planned Royal Flush Tour with Cheap Trick, which was scheduled to begin July 30 in Cleveland and run through December.
“To ticket buyers, I really wish we could do these shows. I want you to know that I fully intend to be back on stage in 2025. My team is finalizing the details and we will update you on the plan as soon as possible.
‘Please know that I have every confidence in returning to the stage in 2025.’
On Tuesday, the “What About Love” singer announced her health battle in an emotional Instagram post, detailing how she will undergo chemotherapy following surgery; seen in 2022 in New York.
Wilson said doctors had advised him to “take the rest of the year off the stage to fully recover”, cancelling Heart’s planned Royal Flush Tour.
“This is just a pause. I have much more to sing, with love, Ann Wilson. With all due respect, this is the last public statement I would like to make on the subject,” he added; seen in 1978 in New York.
“This is just a pause. I have much more to sing, love, Ann Wilson. With all due respect, this is the last public statement I would like to make on the subject.”
Wilson did not reveal what type of cancer he is battling.
Ann and her sister Nancy Wilson, 70, previously cancelled a series of concerts in June and July in Europe due to medical issues.
They said Ann “had to undergo an urgent but routine medical procedure” that required at least six weeks of recovery.
Ann wrote on Instagram at the time: “I’m fine. Please don’t worry. I apologize for any inconvenience this may cause you. It is certainly an inconvenience for me. Love and respect always, Ann.”
Ann and her sister Nancy Wilson, 70, previously cancelled a series of concerts in June and July in Europe due to medical problems; seen in 2009 in Los Angeles
Heart’s US Top 40 singles include Magic Man, Crazy on You, Barracuda, What About Love and the No. 1 hits These Dreams and Alone.
Wilson and Nancy were the two lead singers of Heart, a rock band formed in the 1970s, and have sold 35 million records worldwide.
Heart’s US Top 40 singles include Magic Man, Crazy on You, Barracuda, What About Love and the No. 1 hits These Dreams and Alone.
They have been nominated for four Grammy Awards and have sold more than 50 million records worldwide, including 22.5 million albums in the United States.
Heart was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2013 and reunited in 2019 after a three-year hiatus.
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