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30-04-2025
- Entertainment
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Michael Bolton speaks out after cancer diagnosis, treatment: ‘I want to keep going'
(NEXSTAR) — Michael Bolton has shared new details after being diagnosed with an aggressive form of brain cancer in 2023, adding that he wants 'to keep going,' in a new interview. The singer revealed in January 2024 that he required surgery after it was discovered that he had a brain tumor. At the time, Bolton, now 72, said he was taking a break from touring. 'It is always the hardest thing for me to ever disappoint my fans or postpone a show, but have no doubt I am working hard to accelerate my recovery and get back to performing soon,' he wrote in an Instagram post at the time. Congress awards gold medal to all Black female WWII unit, 'Six Triple Eight' Bolton was diagnosed with glioblastoma in December 2023 and underwent an emergency surgery that month. He underwent a second surgery in January following an infection, according to an interview published by People on Wednesday. Glioblastoma, which begins as a growth of cells in the brain or spinal cord, can grow quickly, the Mayo Clinic explains. It can happen at any age, and in most cases, the cause of the cancer is unknown. Surgery is sometimes an option for those diagnosed with glioblastoma if it has not grown too deep into the brain. Chemotherapy and radiation therapy are also treatment options. Bolton underwent both and finished treatment in October. He still undergoes MRIs to ensure his tumor has not returned, with his most recent scan earlier this month coming back clear, according to People. 'You're reaching into your resources and your resolve in a way that you never would have thought,' Bolton told People. 'Succumbing to the challenge is not an option. You're really quickly drawn into a duel. I guess that's the way you find out what you're made of.' The singer was purposely not given a prognosis and told People he is choosing to remain hopeful. He said that he meditates daily and golfs frequently, works with a personal trainer, and takes voice lessons alongside voice therapy. Bolton's short-term memory, speech, and mobility were impacted by his treatments. Amazon denies reported plans to display tariff costs after White House criticism The father of three and grandfather of six told People he wants to give his kin 'things that they can take forward' now. 'Life lessons, love, any kind of validation that I can give [them] — I want to be on the right side of that so they feel great about who they are,' Bolton said. 'It's a reality of mortality. Suddenly a new light has gone on that raises questions, including 'Am I doing the best that I can do with my time?'' Bolton has been nominated four times for the Grammy Award for best male pop vocal performance. He won in the category twice: once in 1990 for 'How Am I Supposed To Live Without You' and then again two years later for 'When A Man Loves A Woman.' 'I want to keep going,' Bolton told People. 'I feel there's still a lot to do on the fight side.' Nexstar's Alix Martichoux contributed to this report. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
31-01-2025
- Entertainment
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WWII movie shares story of Dayton's Charity Adams Earley
DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — A piece of local history is getting national attention after receiving an Oscar nomination for best original song. At the end of 2024, Netflix released 'The Six Triple Eight,' shedding light on the remarkable story of America's first all Black female army unit. Created by Tyler Perry, the film tells the story of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, and their contributions during World War II. Oscar nomination for Netflix movie about Dayton woman The film hits home for the Miami Valley, as it directly focuses on Charity Adams Earley from Dayton — a trailblazer for the 6888 who broke barriers then, and now. 'The scene on the airplane means a lot to me,' said Stanley Earley III, Charity's son. 'It's not a big scene in regard to the movie but one of my earliest memories about my mother talking about the 6888, she talks about being on the plane.' Adams Earley was the first African American woman to be an officer in the Women's Auxiliary Corps. The battalion deployed overseas during WWII, tasked with clearing a massive backlog of undelivered mail to boost the morale of U.S. soldiers. The battalion completed the mission with remarkable efficiency despite facing racism and sexism. And Adams Earley's influence isn't just historical — it's personal. Her children speak of a mother who was always prepared, always strong and always ready to lead by example. 'She believed in getting things done, don't put them off, don't procrastinate,' said Judith Earley, Charity's daughter. VA women's clinic renamed to honor WWII Veteran Charity Adams Earley Her son tells us she did so much more than she's accredited for. 'She was involved in the school desegregation issues,' said Stanley Earley. 'And in Dayton, she was on the chair of the housing authority. She was on the national board of the Red Cross. She was involved in so many different organizations.' And Adams Earley continues to be recognized. The Dayton VA Medical Center named their women's clinic after her. And her legacy is carried forward by the young women at the Charity Adams Earley Girls Academy in Dayton. 'We have a statement that we say: once an Earley girl, always an Earley girl,' said Karla Goins, academy principal. 'It's a term of endearment that we call our students.' At the academy, young women are taught the same lessons that Adams Earley preached: never let obstacles stop you, always lift up others and above all, keep pushing forward. 'Everyday I learn a little bit more about her that I didn't know,' said Judith Earley. 'And I start to appreciate how other people view her.' Family and school officials say her legacy isn't just about the past — it's about shaping the future, one leader at a time. 'The Six Triple Eight' is available to watch on Netflix. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
