Carly Simon Announces Parkinson's Diagnosis and New Album ‘Comes in Waves’
Legendary singer‑songwriter Carly Simon, 83, disclosed that she has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease after a lengthy period of mobility problems that began with arthritis in both knees and one hip. Following three joint‑replacement surgeries, her walking ability continued to decline, prompting an extensive evaluation at the Mayo Clinic that confirmed the Parkinson’s diagnosis. Simon said she has started medication to manage stiffness and other symptoms and described apathy as a particularly challenging non‑motor symptom.
During the same period she underwent surgery to remove a basal‑cell carcinoma on her face, which affected her appearance and contributed to her recent public silence. Despite the health challenges, Simon affirmed she “has not stopped living or working,” and she is channeling her energy into recording a new album, “Comes in Waves,” slated for release on August 14, her first collection of original material in 18 years.
Simon’s statement was issued to People magazine and ABC News, responding to fan inquiries about her “relative silence.” She hopes the music and her ongoing treatment will provide structure and meaning to her days.
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- [● 11 SOURCES] She underwent surgery to remove basal‑cell carcinoma on her face. (All articles)
- [● 21 SOURCES] She stated she has not stopped living or working despite the diagnosis. (All articles)
- [● 3 SOURCES] She underwent three joint replacement surgeries for arthritis in both knees and one hip. (Multiple articles)
- [● 21 SOURCES] She described apathy as a non‑motor symptom of Parkinson’s disease. (All articles)
- [● 11 SOURCES] An evaluation at the Mayo Clinic confirmed her Parkinson’s diagnosis. (All articles)
- [● 11 SOURCES] She is taking medication to help manage stiffness and other Parkinson’s symptoms. (All articles)
- [● 21 SOURCES] She announced a new album titled “Comes in Waves” scheduled for release on August 14. (All articles)
- [● 25 SOURCES] Carly Simon has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. (All articles)
- [● 19 SOURCES] Carly Simon was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. (people statements)
- [● 19 SOURCES] Carly Simon was treated for basal cell carcinoma on her face. (people statements)
- [● 9 SOURCES] Carly Simon is 83 years old. (people statements)
- [● 19 SOURCES] The Parkinson’s diagnosis was confirmed after an extensive evaluation at the Mayo Clinic. (people statements)