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Glenn Hughes Recovers After Major Heart Surgery
16 Oct
Summary
- Glenn Hughes had a 10-hour open heart surgery for aortic valve replacement.
- He is recovering at home after an eight-day hospital stay.
- Hughes recently retired from touring due to ongoing health issues.
Legendary singer and bassist Glenn Hughes is recovering well at home after undergoing a major 10-hour open heart surgery. The procedure, an aortic valve replacement performed at UCLA Ronald Reagan Medical Center in Los Angeles, is the same surgery he had in 2013. Hughes, 75, spent eight days in the hospital and has been sharing his recovery progress, noting that his energy is returning.
This significant health event follows Hughes' August announcement of his immediate retirement from touring. Doctors advised the necessity of heart surgery after a series of medical tests revealed the need for the procedure. The acclaimed musician, known for his work with Deep Purple and Black Sabbath, emphasized that his health is his top priority.
Hughes, who began his career in the early 1970s, has had a prolific musical journey. He replaced Roger Glover in Deep Purple in 1973, later embarking on a solo career and contributing to albums with supergroups like Black Country Communion and The Dead Daisies.
Despite the challenges, Hughes maintains a positive outlook, encouraging fans to be grateful for life's experiences. He received numerous well wishes from fellow musicians, including Rudy Sarzo, Frank Bello, and Alex Skolnick, expressing support for his recovery.
