The Dead Daisies guitarist Doug Aldrich has been diagnosed with a ‘treatable’ throat cancer, the group announced in a statement.
The 00s rock band said Doug, 61, is undergoing surgery this week and will not be performing on their European tour as he recovers.
On X, The Dead Daises wrote: ‘Hi, to all Daisies fans. We have some crappy news we’d like to share unfortunately Doug has been diagnosed with a treatable throat cancer and has to undergo surgery this week.
‘Moving forward, Doug will not be available for the next run and subsequently long-time good friend & band mate from the Whitesnake days, Reb Beach, will be filling in for the upcoming European dates.
‘Please join us in wishing Doug all the best for a speedy recovery. We look forward to having him back on deck really soon.
‘We’ll keep you posted!’
Doug’s fans sent him well-wishes on X, with @davidcoverdale writing: ‘Sending as much love & healing as I can to my beautiful Brother Doug…’
@ToddLaTorre said: ‘Wishing him all the best with this procedure and healing.’
Echoing their sentiment, @Albatro05700291 said: ‘Wishing Doug the best. Take care of yourselves, guys!’
@Leverty also added: ‘Prayers to Doug, the band, family and friends.’
The Dead Daisies are a hard rock group that performs with a rotating line-up of musicians who have played with bands including Guns N’ Roses, Black Sabbath, and Motley Crue.
They were originally formed in Sydney, Australia by ex-INXS musician Jon Stenves and David Lowry, formerly of Mink, in 2012.
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