Australian musician Jordan Brunoli reveals he is in ‘final chapter of life’ after bowel cancer diagnosis
Jordan Brunoli, bassist for the Australian band Bugs, has announced he is in the final stages of life following a battle with stage four colorectal cancer. Despite his terminal diagnosis, he is focusing on the release of the band's upcoming album, 'Head Noise'.
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The story highlights the personal impact of terminal illness on public figures and the role of creative projects in coping with end-of-life transitions.
Jordan Brunoli, from Brisbane-based band Bugs, shared with fans that he has three to four months to live. Photo / GoFundMe
Australian musician and bassist for indie rock band Bugs, Jordan Brunoli, has shared that he has entered “the final chapter” of his life, after being diagnosed with incurable bowel cancer last year.
Brunoli had previously told fans in June last year that he had been diagnosed with stage four colorectal cancer.
The musician underwent surgery to remove tumours, which had spread to his liver and lymph nodes, and also did numerous chemotherapy treatments over the past few months.
He told fans yesterday that he has now been given three to four months to live.
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