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Yahoo
07-03-2025
- Entertainment
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Ronnie Platt Undergoes Surgery for Thyroid Cancer: ‘Couldn't Have Gone Any Better'
Ronnie Platt is on the road to recovery after undergoing surgery to treat his thyroid cancer. The Kansas frontman revealed Friday (March 7) that he is currently back home after an operation that went smoothly, writing in a post on Facebook, 'The Doctor said my surgery couldn't have gone any better!!!' 'I felt the power of everyone's prayers and positive energy!' he continued in the message. 'You all have helped me thru this, how do I? or can I? ever thank all of you for that!!!???? Day 1 of recovery here I am!!!' More from Billboard Ronnie Platt Reveals Thyroid Cancer Diagnosis j-hope and Miguel Team Up for 'Sweet Dreams': Stream It Now YoungBoy Never Broke Again Drops 'More Leaks' From Behind Bars: Stream It Now Platt went on to say that he's now 'looking forward to getting back to what i do best!' 'Yes, Singing, but my true job is entertaining you all and helping you at least for a couple hours forget [about] your problems and recharge your batteries,' he added. 'I take a lot of pride in that!!!!' The musician's update comes about three weeks after he first revealed that he'd been diagnosed with thyroid cancer. 'Before everyone gets all excited, it has a 99% survival rate, it has not spread,' Platt wrote on Facebook at the time. 'It's contained to my thyroid. I just have to have my thyroid removed. Go through some rehab time and be right back in the saddle.' He added, 'As it has been put to me, this is just a bump in the road and will be behind me very soon! So everyone please CARRY ON!' Platt took over as the lead singer of Kansas back in 2014, replacing former frontman Steve Walsh. He's since carried vocals on the band's most recent albums: 2016's The Prelude Implicit and 2020's The Absence of Presence, both of which entered the Top Rock Albums chart. The singer also recently celebrated his 65th birthday, an occasion he marked with an introspective Facebook post on Feb. 25. 'As I sit here and try to think of something eloquent to write, It's just simply impossible to convey in any words my thanks to everyone that not only reached out for my birthday but also have sent me well wishes and positive energy and prayers helping me on my path of recovery,' he wrote. 'People I have never met, going above and beyond the call of duty to help me thru this with lightning speed! How are these people even able to walk with hearts so big???' he added. 'Thank you for all the nice words and encouragement! I have plans on being back with my KANSAS family (YES FANS ARE FAMILY TOO!!!) very soon!!!' Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Janet Jackson's Biggest Billboard Hot 100 Hits H.E.R. & Chris Brown 'Come Through' to No. 1 on Adult R&B Airplay Chart
Yahoo
06-03-2025
- Entertainment
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Kansas singer Ronnie Platt in high spirits after successful surgery to treat thyroid cancer
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Kansas singer Ronnie Platt is recovering after successful surgery to treat thyroid cancer. Platt, 63, reveals in a statement posted on Facebook that his doctors report the surgery went very well and he says he's resting up and looking forward to getting back to work. He says: "I am home! The doctor said my surgery couldn't have gone any better. "I felt the power of everyone's prayers and positive energy. You all have helped me. How do I, or can I, ever thank all of you for that? "Day one of recovery here I am. "I am looking forward to getting back to what I do best. Yes, singing, but my true job is entertaining you all and helping you at least for a couple hours forget about your problems and recharge your batteries. "I take a lot of pride in that. Thank you all again, carry on!" Kansas recently cancelled a number of live shows in the wake of Platt's diagnosis. They still have a raft of shows scheduled through 2025, with the next performance due to take place in early April. The full schedule can be seen below. Last year, drummer Phil Ehart stepped away from live performance with Kansas as he recovered from a major heart attack. His seat was temporarily filled by drum tech Eric Holmquist. Posted by KansasBand on Apr 4: Tuacahn Amphitheatre, Ivins, UTApr 12: Central Texas Spring Music Festival, Belton, TXApr 26: Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort, Mount Pleasant, MIMay 03: Bayside Stadium, Orlando, FLMay 30: Casino Rama Resort, Rama, ONJun 06: Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront, Richmond, VAJun 07: The Theater at MGM National Harbor, Oxon Hill, MDJun 13: BankPlus Amphitheater at Snowden Grove, Southaven, MSJun 14: Orion Amphitheater, Huntsville, ALJun 20: The Wharf Amphitheater, Orange Beach, ALJun 21: Fox Theatre, Atlanta, GAJun 27: Skyla Credit Union Amphitheatre, Charlotte, NCJun 28: Red Hat Amphitheater, Raleigh, NCJul 05: Blue Gate Performing Arts Center, Shipshewana, INJul 12: The Astro, La Vista, NEJul 13: McGrath Amphitheatre, Cedar Rapids, IAJul 17: Jackson County Fair, Central Point, ORJul 19: The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, The Woodlands, TXJul 20: The Pavilion At Toyota Music Factory, Irving, TXJul 25: Ozarks Amphitheater, Camdenton, MOJul 26: Walmart AMP, Rogers, ARAug 01: The Festival at Sandpoint 2025, Sandpoint, IDAug 09: Riverwind Casino, Norman, OKAug 15: Batavia Downs, Batavia, NYNov 21: Hard Rock Hotel And Casino Tulsa, Catoosa, OKNov 22: Choctaw Grand Theater, Durant, OK
Yahoo
05-03-2025
- Health
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KANSAS band member delivers update after cancer treatment
TOPEKA (KSNT) – One of the members of the rock band KANSAS delivered a health update Wednesday following his cancer diagnosis last month. Ronnie Platt, lead vocalist for the rock band KANSAS, announced on social media on March 4 that he recently underwent surgery to treat his thyroid cancer. He thanked his fans, saying he is looking forward to returning to the stage. 'The Doctor said my surgery couldn't have gone any better!!! I felt the power of everyone's prayers and positive energy!' Ronnie Platt social media statement excerpt Controversial Kansas high school graduation requirement to be removed Platt previously revealed his cancer diagnosis on Feb. 15, reassuring fans that it was 'just a bump in the road.' The band canceled some shows due to Platt's health update, including its scheduled appearances for the 70s Rock and Romance Cruise. KANSAS welcomed Platt to the band in 2014 as he took over for former vocalist Steve Walsh. The band recently had its 50th anniversary concert tour, even stopping by to visit its home turf of Topeka in 2024. For more local news, click here. Keep up with the latest breaking news in northeast Kansas by downloading our mobile app and by signing up for our news email alerts. Sign up for our Storm Track Weather app by clicking here. Follow Matthew Self on X (Twitter): Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
21-02-2025
- Entertainment
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‘This is just a bump in the road': KANSAS band member Ronnie Platt reveals cancer diagnosis
TOPEKA (KSNT) – A member of the rock band KANSAS is opening up publicly about his recent cancer diagnosis. KANSAS announced on social media on Thursday, Feb. 20 that Ronnie Platt, who plays the keyboard and acts as a vocalist in the band, has thyroid cancer. Platt issued a statement on the situation through the band's Facebook account, thanking fans for support they've given him so far. 'I met with my doctor today and found out I have surgery scheduled for March 4. So far, the prognosis has been very good. I'm looking forward to getting this behind me and being back in the saddle as soon as possible. I appreciate the outpouring of support I've been receiving. Thank you.' Opening date released for new Topeka HomeGoods KANSAS recently canceled two shows it had scheduled in Louisiana on Friday, Feb. 21 and Saturday, March 1 because of a 'band illness and doctor advisement.' People were told they would receive ticket refunds in light of the cancelations. Platt earlier posted a message on Saturday, Feb. 15 through his personal Facebook account about his recent diagnosis. He reassured fans that he expects to be performing again soon once he successfully goes through treatment. 'For all of you asking, Tuesday I was diagnosed with thyroid cancer but before everyone gets all excited, it has a 99% survival rate, it has not spread,' Platt said. 'It's contained to my thyroid. I just have to have my thyroid removed. Go through some rehab time and be right back in the saddle. I sincerely appreciate everyone's positive thoughts and prayers. I have some absolutely amazing people going to bat for me!! as it has been put to me, this is just a bump in the road and will be behind me very soon! so everyone please CARRY ON!' KANSAS welcomed Platt to the band in 2014 as he took over for former vocalist Steve Walsh. The band recently had its 50th anniversary concert tour, even stopping by to visit its home turf of Topeka in 2024. Kansas woman loses medical license after taking $550,000 from Topeka nonprofit For more local news, click here. Keep up with the latest breaking news in northeast Kansas by downloading our mobile app and by signing up for our news email alerts. Sign up for our Storm Track Weather app by clicking here. Follow Matthew Self on X (Twitter): Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
USA Today
20-02-2025
- Health
- USA Today
Kansas frontman Ronnie Platt diagnosed with thyroid cancer: 'Will be behind me very soon'
Hear this story Ronnie Platt is assuring fans his cancer diagnosis is just a "bump in the road." The Kansas lead singer, 62, shared on Facebook Saturday that he has been diagnosed with thyroid cancer, but he told followers there is no reason to worry. "Before everyone gets all excited, it has a 99% survival rate, it has not spread," Platt wrote. "It's contained to my thyroid. I just have to have my thyroid removed. Go through some rehab time and be right back in the saddle." He continued, "I have some absolutely amazing people going to bat for me!! as it has been put to me, this is just a bump in the road and will be behind me very soon! so everyone please CARRY ON!" An 'Inside Edition' viewertold Deborah Norville to check for thyroid cancer. How do you spot it? Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. The announcement came after the group last week rescheduled a pair of shows "due to band illness and doctor advisement." A concert that was set for Feb. 14 in Catoosa, Oklahoma, was moved to Nov. 21, while a Feb. 15 show in Durant, Oklahoma, was postponed to Nov. 22. "The band apologizes for the inconvenience and hopes to be back on the road soon," the announcement on Kansas' Instagram page read. After Platt shared news of his diagnosis, the rock band said Tuesday that it would also cancel its March 1 show in Lake Charles, Louisiana, again citing an illness in the group. A show scheduled for Feb. 21 in New Orleans has also been canceled. "Our goal is to be back on the road as soon as possible," assistant band manager J.R. Rees told Ultimate Classic Rock. "Right now, we're all focused on supporting Ronnie through this." Alexis Ohanianhad surgery to remove thyroid nodules that would 'likely turn cancerous' According to Mayo Clinic, thyroid cancer occurs when "cells in the thyroid develop changes in their DNA," and there are multiple types depending on what kinds of cells are found in the tumor. Most types of thyroid cancers are "highly curable," and treatment can include surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, hormone therapy and radioiodine therapy, per Cleveland Clinic. Platt has served as lead singer for Kansas since 2014 after the retirement of Steve Walsh. He previously fronted the group Shooting Star.
