THE CHARLATANS STAR DIAGNOSED WITH BRAIN TUMOUR
THE CHARLATANS drummer JON BROOKES has been diagnosed with a brain tumour ..
The percussionist was hospitalised last week (15Sep10) after collapsing during a gig in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
The band scrapped the rest of its U.S. tour and the musician returned t o his native Britain. A statement from the group has now confirmed Brooke s is suffering from brain cancer and they have thanked fans for their sup port as the star continues treatment.
The message from the rockers reads, "The band and Jon would like to tha nk all well wishers for their kind messages of support." The band also revealed they will be hiring a "short-term replacement" w hile Brookes battles the brain tumour.
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