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Glenn Hughes recovering after 10-hour open heart surgery
Singer Glenn Hughes, known for his work with Deep Purple and Black Sabbath, has returned home to recover following a 10-hour open heart surgery. The 75-year-old musician shared the update via social media on October 14, noting he spent eight days at the UCLA Ronald Reagan Medical Center.
The surgery follows a period of health challenges that led Hughes to announce his retirement from performing approximately two months ago. He previously stated that medical tests, including MRIs, CT scans, and an echocardiogram, necessitated the procedure.
Hughes had already canceled a scheduled six-week U.S. spring tour in January due to health concerns. While he had expressed interest in continuing to perform with his supergroup Black Country Communion as recently as late 2025, he has prioritized his health following this recent medical intervention.
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Black Country Communion · Black Sabbath · Deep Purple · Glenn Hughes · UCLA Ronald Reagan Medical Center
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- [● 2 SOURCES] Medical tests including MRIs, CT scans, and an echocardiogram indicated the need for surgery. 961theeagle.com · wblm.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Glenn Hughes underwent a 10-hour open heart surgery. 961theeagle.com · amass.jp · wblm.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The surgery took place at UCLA Ronald Reagan Medical Center. 961theeagle.com · wblm.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Hughes announced his retirement from performing approximately two months ago. 961theeagle.com · wblm.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Hughes canceled a six-week U.S. spring tour in January. 961theeagle.com · wblm.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Hughes is 75 years old. 961theeagle.com · wblm.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Hughes spent eight days in the hospital. 961theeagle.com · amass.jp · wblm.com