Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul, has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.
Aretha Franklin underwent a “highly successful” and mysterious surgery last week, and canceled all concerts through May 2011 due to “medical reasons.” It was later confirmed by family that Aretha Franklin has been diagnosed with incurable pancreatic cancer.
“God is still in control, I had superb doctors and nurses whom were blessed by all the prayers of the city and the country.” said Aretha’s after her surgery.
Born in Memphis in 1942,Aretha Franklin has since become one of the most honored artists by the Grammy Awards, with 18 competitive Grammys, and two honorary Grammys. The “Queen of Soul” has been active since 1956, and has scored a total of 20 No. 1 singles on the Billboard R&B Singles Chart.
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