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Phil Collins Shares Tragic Health Update That Shook Fans
Phil Collins, the legendary singer, drummer, and Genesis frontman, has opened up about his declining health in a heartbreaking update that has left fans around the world deeply concerned. Known for his powerful voice, emotive songwriting, and iconic drumming, Collins has long been a beloved figure in the music industry. But in recent years, his health challenges have taken a devastating toll on his ability to perform—and even on his everyday life.
In a candid interview during Genesis’s farewell tour, Collins revealed that he can no longer play the drums due to nerve damage and severe back problems. “I can barely hold a drumstick,” he admitted. “My hands just won’t do what they used to. It’s very frustrating because drumming was always a huge part of who I am.”
His condition, which stems from a series of spinal surgeries and complications related to diabetes, has significantly limited his mobility. In many of his recent performances, Collins has been seen singing while seated, a far cry from the high-energy stage presence fans remember from his heyday in the 1980s and 90s.
The news has been particularly painful for Genesis fans, as Collins’s role as the band’s frontman helped define their most commercially successful era. Despite his health struggles, he joined bandmates Tony Banks and Mike Rutherford for one final tour, The Last Domino?, which concluded in 2022. The tour, while emotional and nostalgic, was also physically demanding for Collins, who described it as both “a joy and a challenge.”
His son, Nic Collins, stepped in to play drums during the tour, a moment that was both symbolic and touching. “Having Nic there was really special,” Phil said. “He carried the legacy forward in a beautiful way.”
While Collins has indicated that he is officially retired from touring, fans continue to hold out hope for more music in some form. Still, the reality of his health is sobering. “I’m grateful for everything I’ve done,” he shared. “But I know my time on stage is over.”
It’s a sad chapter in a remarkable career—but Phil Collins’s influence, music, and spirit will continue to resonate with millions around the world.