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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Casey Cooper-Fiske

New Order keyboard player Gillian Gilbert reveals cancer diagnosis

  • New Order keyboard player Gillian Gilbert has announced on Instagram that she is living with cancer , clearing up public misconceptions regarding her health.
  • The 65-year-old musician clarified that she was the one diagnosed with the condition, following a Rolling Stone interview with her husband and bandmate, drummer Stephen Morris, which led fans to incorrectly believe he was seriously ill.
  • Morris had mentioned in the interview that a serious health problem was preventing him from leaving the country for extended periods, but Gilbert confirmed her husband is well and that she is the one receiving treatment.
  • Expressing her deep gratitude for the support and well wishes received from fans, Gilbert requested privacy as she continues her cancer treatment.
  • The electronic rock band, famous for hit singles including "Blue Monday" and two UK number one albums, are currently scheduled to perform concerts across South America in November.

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New Order keyboard player Gillian Gilbert reveals she is living with cancer

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