September 9th 2024.
Patti Scialfa, wife of legendary musician Bruce Springsteen, has been battling an illness in private. As a fellow member of the E Street Band, Scialfa has been a vital part of the group's success. However, she recently revealed that she has been diagnosed with blood cancer, specifically multiple myeloma.
The couple, who have been married since 1991, shared the news during the premiere of a new documentary about the band at the Toronto International Film Festival. Multiple myeloma is a type of bone marrow cancer that can affect various parts of the body, according to the NHS.
In the documentary, Scialfa opened up about her diagnosis and how it has affected her ability to perform. "I've been performing with this band for 40 years. With those first performances, it felt so good to be back onstage. Touring has become a challenge for me," she shared.
The news of her diagnosis came in 2018 while she and Springsteen were performing in a Broadway show together. Since then, the disease has forced her to take a step back from touring. "In 2018, well, Bruce and I were doing a play on Broadway. I was diagnosed with early-stage multiple myeloma," Scialfa explained.
She went on to describe how the illness affects her immune system and limits her activities. "Every once in a while, I come to a show or two and I can sing a few songs on stage, and that's been a treat. That's the new normal for me right now, and I'm okay with that," she said.
Scialfa has been a member of the E Street Band since 1984 and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with the group in 2014. She and Springsteen have three children together.
Multiple myeloma can present with a variety of symptoms, including persistent bone pain, fatigue, high levels of calcium in the blood, weight loss, and repeated infections. It can also cause weak bones that break easily and kidney problems.
Springsteen himself has faced his own health issues, including treatment for a peptic ulcer in 2023 that forced him to postpone his tour. He also had to postpone shows earlier this year due to issues with his voice.
For those who have been diagnosed with cancer, Macmillan offers support and information through their helpline, webchat service, and website. If you have a celebrity story or pictures to share, you can contact the entertainment team at The Agency.
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