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Guitarist Tom Dumont has no doubt been diagnosed with early-onset Parkinson’s disease.
On Saturday, the 58-year-old singer took to social media to update her fans on her life less than a month before her No Doubt residency at the Sphere in Las Vegas, Nevada.
“For the past few months, I’ve been preparing for No Doubt Sphere shows. It’s been a lot of fun,” Dumont said in a video posted on Instagram. “Looking through old photos and looking at old photos and re-learning old songs and rehearsing and creating all the video stuff for the screens on Sphere. It made me think about how grateful I am for the life I’ve had, as a musician, all these years.”
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Tom Dumont, the guitarist of No Doubt, has revealed that he has been battling Parkinson’s disease for many years. (Getty Images)
“We thank our families and our friends and our listeners and you and everyone who has come to our shows over the years, thank you,” he continued.
Dumont said that after experiencing various symptoms over the years, he was diagnosed with early onset Parkinson’s disease.
Gwen Stefani, Adrian Young, Tony Kanal, and Tom Dumont of No Doubt will reunite for a reunion show at the Sphere in Las Vegas next month. (John Shearer/Getty Images for FIREAID)
“It’s been a struggle. It’s hard every day,” Dumont admitted. “The good news is that I can still play music, I can still play the guitar. I was doing really well.”
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“I was recently inspired by many people who came out to talk about their health issues on social media and such,” he explained. “I think it helps erase some of the stigma, and it raises awareness, obviously, and awareness is very important for prevention and research.”
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“That’s it. I’m really excited about the plans. I can’t wait to see everyone,” Dumont said.
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Friends and fans quickly flooded the comments section with words of support.
“My friend, my band, and hero ……I love you brother,” wrote No Doubt drummer Adrian Young.
Dumont said he can still play music despite his illness. (John Shearer/Getty Images)
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“I love you beyond words my friend. I can’t wait to get on stage with you again,” added bassist Tony Kanal.
“You are such a beautiful soul, Tom!! I love you so much and can’t wait to get on stage with you!! LFG!!” Gabriel McNair, who has been performing with No Doubt since 1993, wrote.
The Michael J. Fox Foundation’s Instagram account also commented, writing, “Thank you for sharing your diagnosis publicly. We send you our support, and please know you are not alone.”
Parkinson’s disease is a progressive brain disease that damages neurons that produce dopamine, according to the Parkinson’s Foundation. Symptoms include tremors, stiffness, slow movement and immobility problems such as depression or sleep problems.
The band will begin a Las Vegas residency next month, marking their first extended run in 14 years.
