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Carly Simon health and album release

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In late July 2026, 83-year-old singer-songwriter Carly Simon confirmed a Parkinson’s disease diagnosis and recent basal-cell carcinoma surgery, noting days of fatigue, periods of focus, and increased self-consciousness about her appearance. She reiterated these health updates in a People statement, emphasizing that she continues to work despite the challenges. Simon explained that her mobility issues began with arthritis in both knees and one hip. Following three joint-replacement surgeries, her declining walking ability led to an evaluation at the Mayo Clinic, which confirmed the Parkinson’s diagnosis. She has begun medication to manage stiffness and noted that apathy has been a particularly challenging non-motor symptom. Additionally, she underwent surgery to remove basal-cell carcinoma from her face, a procedure that contributed to her recent public silence. On August 14, 2026, Simon released her first studio album of original material in approximately 18 years, titled *Comes in Waves*, via Iris Records/C’EST Music. The 12-track collection, produced by longtime collaborator Paul Samwell-Smith and recorded at her Martha’s Vineyard studio, features contributions from her children, musician Ben Taylor and vocalist Sally Taylor, as well as a posthumous contribution from the late hip-hop artist and producer John Forté. Key tracks include the single “Peaches,” the midtempo rocker “Howl”—the album’s opening track, which offers advice on moving forward after heartbreak—and “Maybe I Never Loved You.” The project also includes a remaster of her political song “Share the End” and features background vocals from Mick Jagger. The album is described as a reflective body of work touching on themes of love, loss, family, and acceptance, informed by her recent health challenges. One track, “Mother of Pearl,” addresses the impact of her 1983 divorce from James Taylor on their children.

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