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Michael Kiwanuka Faces Long Recovery After Stroke
23 Sep
Summary
- Singer Michael Kiwanuka revealed a severe stroke caused by high blood pressure.
- He faces a lengthy rehabilitation period and cancelled recent US shows.
- His new album, Fudge, was recorded before the health incident.
Singer-songwriter Michael Kiwanuka has shared that he experienced a severe stroke several months ago, attributing it to high blood pressure leading to bleeding in his brain. The 39-year-old artist, a recipient of the Mercury Prize in 2020, stated that the brain injury necessitates extensive rehabilitation, describing the recovery process as a long and challenging journey ahead.
Due to his ongoing health battle, Kiwanuka had to cancel recent tour dates in the US. He simultaneously announced the upcoming release of his fifth album, titled Fudge, which was completed before his stroke. He expressed his happiness at being able to share new music despite his health setbacks, thanking the NHS staff and his family for their crucial support.
