What happened to Raul Malo? Country singer hospitalized as health battle collides with Ryman tribute shows

Country music star Raul Malo was rushed to the hospital late Thursday night. The musician who is currently battling cancer, which has developed into leptomeningeal disease, was scheduled to appear at a two-night show honoring his legacy at the Ryman Auditorium. His wife, Betty Malo, announced the news in a series of posts on her Instagram.

She wrote:

“Our love is fighting hard right now but not a second goes by that he doesn't appreciate all the love everyone shows him. The boys and I had to bring him to the ER earlier today but @raulmalo01 is stable and ready to fight. We are all excited for @theryman shows and hope everyone enjoys them! Raul has changed many lives and his music has brought so much love to so many people. Let's all stand with him and rally!!!! Go Fund Me link in bio.”

In another post, she asked Raul Malo’s fans to keep him in their prayers.

“The intense prayers and healing vibes from around the world are being felt more and more every day. Please continue to raise El Maestro up in your hearts and minds as he bravely battles #Imdcancer a rare form of brain cancer. Please keep him and our family in your daily thoughts.”

She also revealed that a GoFundMe has been opened for the country singer and asked for assistance.

“As he continues to battle #Imdcancer his bravery, determination, and strong will are monumental. Please help #RaulMalo in his fight by donating to his #gofundme campaign. It is allowing him the extra needed assistance in getting specialized care and treatment, not often covered by insurance. Find the clickable link pinned in our bios. https://gofund.me/571bcOb64.”

She added:

“Please keep El Maestro in your thoughts and prayers if possible. He feels each and every one of them as they give him and the family the strength they need to battle this rare form of brain cancer.”

More details on Raul Malo’s health issues

Raul Malo announced in 2024 that he was diagnosed with colon cancer. In September this year, the Back In Your Arms again crooner shared that he was cancelling all his shows until further notice. He revealed that he had developed leptomeningeal disease, meaning the cancer had spread to his brain. Raul Malo shared the update via a lengthy post on Instagram.

Raul Malo wrote:

“I want to update you all on my health, as things have taken a turn. As it goes with cancer, it's a very unpredictable and indiscriminatory disease. l've developed something called LMD, which stands for "get this shit out of my head". Treatment for this is radiation, which I will start tomorrow. We will probably jump into some chemo, and are even looking at alternative therapies. But it's time to take your words to heart of resting & recovering, so that's what I'm going to do.”

He added:

“Unfortunately, this does mean all shows going forward are canceled, but we'll continue doing cool projects, releasing live recordings, merchandise, Trovador and so forth. I want to thank Dwight Yoakam, his band, and crew for their kindness and understanding this year, and sorry we couldn't finish the tour the way we planned. Hang on to your tickets for the Ryman in December, as we are planning something special there, and hope to announce that very soon.”

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