Messages of support have been flowing in for Aslan frontman Christy Dignam after it was announced yesterday that he is receiving end of life care.
The 62-year-old Crazy World hitmaker was discharged from the Beaumont Hospital after six months to his Dblin home where he is now receiving palliative care.
As fans shared their heartbreak at the news, Irish former professional footballer Paul McGrath extended his well wishes to the musician.
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In a touching message on Twitter, Paul wrote: "Thinking of Christy Dignam, his family and band mates at this time. Stay strong #secondtonone."
RTE Late Late Show host Ryan Tubridy also paid a heartfelt tribute to the Finglas native. He said: “Sending all my love and good wishes to Christy Dignam and his family. He's at home with the most important people in his world and we're all thinking of them at this time.”
Christy was admitted to hospital last year with complications as he battles a rare blood disorder known as amyloidosis.
He was discharged from the Beaumont Hospital after six months and his family have now confirmed he is at home, with the support of a palliative care team.
Aslan shared their devastation in statement as band members Billy McGuinness, Joe Jewell and Alan Downey spoke of their pain over their singer’s deteriorating health. The band have also cancelled all their future shows.
In a statement, Aslan said: “As always Christy’s health has been and is our priority. It has been a tough road for us all but most of all Christy.
“There are no words to describe how we are all feeling with the update that has been shared by Christy’s family. As we all know, Christy will always keep up his fight and never gives up.
“Christy and ourselves are devastated that all future shows will be cancelled, as with Christy receiving palliative care treatment performing will not be possible.”
The band also thanked their loyal fans, writing: “Thank you all, for just being you! You are the most sincere and loyal fans and we know how lucky we are to have you all."
A spokesman for the Dignam family confirmed in a statement on Monday: “Christy & Kathryn Dignam and their family, daughter Kiera, son in law Darren, and grandchildren, are sharing an update on Christy’s health, in response to the large number of media enquiries received.
“In July 2022, Christy was admitted to Beaumont Hospital and spent the next six months in the care of the Haematology and Cardiac Care team.
“Since December, Christy has been at home and is being cared for lovingly by family, with the support of a palliative care team.
“The Dignam family thanks everyone for keeping Christy in their thoughts and prayers and asks for privacy at this time.”
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