URGENT UPDATE: Rapper Donald Glover, known as Childish Gambino, revealed during a performance at the Camp Flog Gnaw festival in Los Angeles that he had to cancel his world tour last year due to a stroke. This shocking announcement was made on Saturday, as Glover opened up about the serious health scare that impacted his career.
Glover, 42, recounted the moment he realized something was wrong. “I had a really bad pain in my head in Louisiana and I did the show anyway. I couldn’t really see well, so when we went to Houston, I went to the hospital and the doctor was like, ‘You had a stroke,’” he stated, according to reports from USA Today and The Guardian.
The artist expressed his initial feelings of disappointment, saying, “The first thing was like, ‘I’m letting everybody down.’ I know it’s not true.” He revealed that doctors discovered a hole in his heart, which necessitated multiple surgeries.
“This experience made me realize that everybody has two lives, and the second life starts when you realize you have one,” Glover emphasized, encouraging fans to live life fully. “You should be living your life how you want. If we have to do this again, it can only get better.”
Glover has made a significant impact in music and television, with six albums and a total of five Grammy Awards to his name. He gained fame for his role in the TV show Community and has starred in blockbuster films including Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, The Martian, and Solo: A Star Wars Story.
As fans rally around Glover following his heartfelt announcement, the music community reflects on the importance of health and well-being. This update serves as a reminder that while the entertainment industry continues to push forward, personal health remains a priority.
Stay tuned for more updates on Glover’s recovery and future performances as he navigates this challenging chapter.
