Phil Collins: Touring Again? Health Battles & Future Hopes

Phil Collins, 75, has not ruled out the possibility of touring again, despite grappling with significant health issues for nearly two decades. In a recent interview, he expressed a desire to return to the stage, acknowledging the practicalities involved.

Collins has faced numerous health challenges, including type 2 diabetes and nerve damage from a 2007 spinal injury. He underwent corrective surgery in 2015 and five knee surgeries, requiring a live-in nurse. In 2024, his health deteriorated to a critical point where his kidneys and organs began to fail, prompting his children to gather for what they believed might be final goodbyes.

This severe health scare led Collins to stop drinking alcohol in 2024 after experiencing complications with his kidneys. He spent months in the hospital recovering. Despite these challenges, Collins has been reunited with Genesis for a tour and will be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame as a solo artist in November 2026.

He also hinted at potential new music, mentioning that he has finished and half-finished ideas. The rocker's resilience continues to inspire as he navigates his health and considers future creative endeavors.