Aretha Franklin Said to Be 'Seriously Ill'
- 6 years ago
Aretha Franklin Said to Be 'Seriously Ill' The "Queen of Soul" is reportedly surrounded by her friends and family
in Detroit. Her family has confirmed the reports and are “asking for prayers and privacy.” No further details about her health were immediately available. Even though reports say Franklin battled cancer in 2010, the singer has long denied she was ever diagnosed. Franklin, who turned 76 in March, has been battling health problems for years. Despite the issues, she has continued to put on performances as recently as last year. In 2017, Franklin announced she was preparing to retire following the release of her new album.
in Detroit. Her family has confirmed the reports and are “asking for prayers and privacy.” No further details about her health were immediately available. Even though reports say Franklin battled cancer in 2010, the singer has long denied she was ever diagnosed. Franklin, who turned 76 in March, has been battling health problems for years. Despite the issues, she has continued to put on performances as recently as last year. In 2017, Franklin announced she was preparing to retire following the release of her new album.