Former Great White singer Jack Russell has announced his retirement from touring due to his battle with Lewy body dementia. This neurodegenerative disease, second only to Alzheimer’s, affects memory, decision-making, and motor functions, often leading to misdiagnoses as Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s.
Russell issued the following statement via social media:
“To my fans and friends, it is with the heaviest of hearts that I must announce my retirement from the road. After a recent diagnosis of Lewy body dementia (LBD) and multiple system atrophy (MSA) in May 2024, I am unable to perform at the level I desire and at the level you deserve. Words cannot express my gratitude for the many years of memories, love and support. Thank you for letting me live my dreams. You have made my life a wonder.”
Russell recently released his autobiography, The True Tale Of Mista Bone: A Rock + Roll Narrative via Gatekeeper Press, which is available to order at this location.
