Carly Simon reveals Parkinson's diagnosis
Singer-songwriter Carly Simon has publicly disclosed a diagnosis of Parkinson's disease, describing the condition as unpredictable and challenging. She also revealed that she underwent surgery for a cancerous growth on her face, which has impacted her self-confidence.
Why it matters
The disclosure brings visibility to the realities of living with progressive neurological conditions and the personal struggles of aging public figures.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Carly Simon was one of the quintessential singer-songwriters of the 1970s and 80s
Music correspondent Published 26 minutes ago The singer-songwriter Carly Simon says she has been diagnosed with Parkinson's and is "learning how to live" with the "sometimes frightening" condition.
In a statement provided to the BBC, the 83-year-old described the "unpredictable" progress of the disease, saying: "Some days I'm so tired I can't get the day moving at all. On others, it gives me a little more room to move, think, work, and feel like myself.
"But I have not stopped living, and I have not stopped working," said the singer, best known for songs like You're So Vain, Why, and Coming Around Again.
Simon added that she had recently received surgery to remove a cancerous growth on her face that had "affected my appearance".
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