Soul singer is seriously ill as her loved ones rally around her bedside
According to emanating records, Aretha Franklin has fallen gravely ill, with her family and loved ones gathered around her.
Recommended articles
According to a post by Showbiz 411, “Aretha is surrounded by family and people close to her” in Detroit and “the family is asking for prayers and privacy”.
A number of reporters and celebrities has also taken to their social media pages, confirming the reports and to send prayers and well wishes to the Queen of soul.
ADVERTISEMENT
In November 2017, there were rumors that she had passed away, but she refuted those speculations with the release of a statement to US Weekly.
“I’m doing well generally, all test have come back good.” she said.
ADVERTISEMENT
“I’ve lost a lot of weight due to side effects of medicine, it affects your weight … Thanks for your concern,” her mail read.
On Aretha Franklin
Aretha Franklin, 76, has not performed in public since November last year and cancelled two concerts scheduled for April and March this year on the orders of her doctors.
The singer who announced her retirement last year released her first album in 1956, has over 20 number one singles in the US, winning the Grammy for Best R&B vocal performance for eight years running [1968 to 1975].
The 18-time Grammy winner who underwent a surgery in 2010 has now been visited by family and loved ones at the Detroit hospital where she is admitted.
JOIN OUR PULSE COMMUNITY!
ADVERTISEMENT
Eyewitness? Submit your stories now via social or:
Email: eyewitness@pulse.ng
Recommended articles
Davido confirms upcoming video for 'Feel' which costs ₦100 million
Shatta Wale returns with new commanding album 'MAALI'
Basketmouth set to retire from professional comedy in 5 years
Davido's 'Timeless' becomes highest charting African project on US Apple Music Album Chart
Davido's 'Timeless' tops album charts in 17 countries hours after release
Yul Edochie urges Lagos police to investigate son's death
Jada Pollock criticised for promoting Wizkid album on eve of Davido's release
Street-pop maestro Oritsefemi returns with new single 'Gbefunmi'
Stonebwoy drops new single 'Faraway' ahead of upcoming album
Pulse Sports
Manchester United identify Portuguese goal-machine Goncalo Ramosas Osimhen alternative
Giannis Antetokounmpo outshines Jordan Nwora as Bucks set record against Pacers
NPFL Review: Rangers continue to flirt with relegation, 3SC vs Plateau produce another classic
Arsenal reach first Champions League semi-final in 9 years with victory over Bayern
ADVERTISEMENT
