Phil Collins, the iconic Genesis drummer and lead singer, has confirmed he is currently hospitalized, but not for a terminal illness. His representatives have debunked rumors that he is in hospice care, stating instead that he is recovering from knee surgery. The singer, 74, has sparked concern among fans due to the spread of false information suggesting a severe health crisis. His team clarified that these rumors are entirely incorrect.
The recent speculation about Collins’ health comes after he opened up about his ongoing medical challenges in an interview with Mojo in February. During the conversation, Collins expressed that he is no longer ‘hungry’ to create new music because of his health problems, which have made it difficult for him to perform. He revealed that he could no longer play the drums due to persistent pain, marking a significant change from his earlier years in the music industry.
Collins’ most recent original work dates back to 2002 with his solo album,