Hard Rock and Heavy Metal Singer Michael Bolton He was diagnosed in 2023 with glioblastoma, an aggressive cancer. Almost two years later, he and his family spoke candidly about how Michael adjusted to life while living with the illness and illness.
Below you will find out what Michael is doing and learn about his cancer diagnosis.
Michael Bolton’s cancer diagnosis
Michael revealed his cancer diagnosis in an Instagram announcement in January 2024. Almost a year later, in an interview in April 2025 peopleMichael explained his experiences living with glioblastoma.
“You reached out to your resources and your resolve and you would never have thought of it,” he explained. “Subbing to the challenge is not an option. You’re really quickly caught up in a duel. I think that’s how you find out what you’re doing.”
It’s been a challenging journey so far, but Michael pointed out, “Whenever you’re in any kind of challenging position, it’s a big deal to know that you’re not going through it.”
What is glioblastoma?
Glioblastoma is a type of brain tumor that begins as the growth of cells in the brain or spinal cord, and progresses quickly with each Mayo Clinic. The disease occurs mostly in adults, but can occur at any age. There is no cure for cancer.
Is Michael Bolton married?
No, Michael is not married at the moment. Previously, he was married to his ex-wife. Maureen McGuirefrom 1975 to 1990. Nicolette Sheridanand the two had an on and off relationship from the early 1990s to 2008.
Michael Bolton’s Children
Michael shares three daughters, Isa, Tallinn and Holly, with his ex-wife, Maureen. Michael’s 2025 people In the interview, his children – all adults – recalls a moment when they knew something was wrong with their father’s health. During the bowling night they noticed Michael continued to turn his bowling.
“That was when we were thinking, ‘something wrong in his brain,'” Tallinn pointed out. “Everything that happened was strange to him, but not very surprising. Looking back at everything together, we missed so many things.”
At the time, Michael’s career was in a solid place. But the signs continued to progress slowly, but he and his family thought he was “because he’d been working non-stop for the whole time.”
“Travel, shows, all of these things. We’re older, tired and stressed,” Tallinn added. “I explained all of these things in a way.”