New Order’s Gillian Gilbert Reveals She Is Living With Cancer
Gillian Gilbert clarified that she, not bandmate Stephen Morris, is battling cancer and asked for privacy during treatment.
After a recent Rolling Stone interview in which Stephen Morris referred to a serious health problem, New Order’s Gillian Gilbert issued a statement to clear up confusion. She emphasized that Morris is healthy and that she is the one living with cancer, joining many others facing the disease. Gilbert thanked fans for the outpouring of kind words and well-wishes, while also asking for privacy while she undergoes treatment.
The band, known for hits such as “Blue Monday,” “Temptation,” and “True Faith,” consists of Bernard Sumner, Stephen Morris, Gillian Gilbert, guitarist Phil Cunningham and bassist Tom Chapman. Their gratitude highlights the strong support from the music community during her health battle.
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Fans and the public need accurate information about a well-known musician's health and her request for privacy.
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