The glitz and glamor of the entertainment capital can often feel like a world apart—dazzling, distant, and untouchable. But peel back the velvet curtain, and you will find a truth far more familiar. Behind the fame and flashbulbs lie lives shaped by the same fragile forces as any other. Life in the spotlight may come with red carpets and roaring crowds, but it also brings its share of storms, only witnessed by millions. Even A-listers are not immune to fate’s unpredictable script. Grammy-winning legend Michael Bolton is the latest to remind fans that.

In a shocking turn of events, the singer recently opened up about a serious health challenge, and here is what he said.

In a recent conversation with PEOPLE, Michael Bolton, who underwent an emergency brain surgery on December 4, 2023, reflected on his health risk challenge. “Succumbing to the challenge is not an option,” he said, speaking of the uncertainty that came with the diagnosis of glioblastoma two years ago. After the surgery, doctors were able to remove the brain tumor in its entirety. Bolton also underwent a second brain surgery in January 2024 because of an infection. 

Bolton reportedly undergoes MRIs every two months after completing radiation and chemotherapy last October. According to the tabloid, his most recent scan, done in April, was clear. However, glioblastoma has a 90% recurrence rate. So, going forward, Bolton has to rely on monitoring. “Whenever you find yourself in any kind of challenging position, just to know that you’re not alone going through it is a big deal,” the Grammy-winner said.

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While cancer diagnoses have seen a visible uptick in recent years, Michael Bolton shared how he had been settling into life since then.

In his recent cover story for PEOPLE, Michael Bolton revealed how he has settled into life in Westport, Connecticut, where he spends most of his time with his daughters and grandchildren. He reportedly has found comfort in meditation and also takes time out for golf as much as possible. Additionally, he is still a personal trainer who takes voice lessons. He also takes voice therapy online.

“I find comfort in general more easily,” Bolton said. According to the singer, when life throws something hard at someone, they eventually find their way through it. And Bolton did not mind being the “cheerleader” for himself. Although legacy relied a lot on his career, since his diagnosis, the concept has evolved. Now, he is more concerned about whether his daughters are equipped for the future and if he is making the most of his time.

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