Latest / Fresh Intelligence / No Doubt's Tom Dumont Reveals Secret Parkinson's Diagnosis: '90s Rocker Battled Disease for 'Years' But Insists He 'Can Still Play Music'

Transcript

No Doubt's Tom Dumont Reveals Secret Parkinson's Diagnosis: '90s Rocker Battled Disease for 'Years' But Insists He 'Can Still Play Music' · Fresh Intelligence

• 0:05
  [SPEAKER_01]: Why scroll your feed?
• 0:06
  [SPEAKER_01]: When you can get the latest Aleb news with your eyes closed?
• 0:11
  [SPEAKER_01]: Here's Fresh Intelligence first to start your day.
• 0:18
  [SPEAKER_00]: In Dumont reveals battle with Parkinson's disease ahead of Las Vegas.
• 0:21
  [SPEAKER_00]: O'Dout Gatorre's Tom Dumont has publicly disclosed his battle with early onset Parkinson's disease, revealing his diagnosis in a video on Instagram.
• 0:30
  [SPEAKER_00]: The 58-year-old musician shared this news ahead of the band's upcoming residency at the sphere in Las Vegas, which kicks off on May 6th.
• 0:37
  [SPEAKER_00]: It's been a struggle, Dumanth admitted, it's a struggle every day.
• 0:42
  [SPEAKER_00]: Despite his diagnosis, he emphasized that the disease has not hindered his ability to perform.
• 0:47
  [SPEAKER_00]: The good news is, I can still play music.
• 0:50
  [SPEAKER_00]: I can still play guitar.
• 0:51
  [SPEAKER_00]: I've been doing really well, he stated.
• 0:54
  [SPEAKER_00]: His announcement coincided with World Parkinson's Day.
• 0:57
  [SPEAKER_00]: Dumanth expressed inspiration from others, like actor Michael J.
• 1:01
  [SPEAKER_00]: Fox, who have candidly shared their experiences with the disease.
• 1:04
  [SPEAKER_00]: He aims to create more content to educate the public about Parkinson's, a neurological disorder characterized by tremors, balance issues, memory problems, and speech limitations.
• 1:15
  [SPEAKER_00]: I think it helps erase some of the stigma, and it raises awareness.
• 1:19
  [SPEAKER_00]: Obviously, he noted, emphasizing the importance of awareness for prevention and research.
• 1:24
  [SPEAKER_00]: Support flooded in from fans and friends, including no doubt drummer Adrian Young, who commented, my friend, bandmate and hero, I love you, brother.
• 1:33
  [SPEAKER_00]: The Michael J.
• 1:34
  [SPEAKER_00]: Fox Foundation's Instagram account also responded, expressing gratitude for DuMont's openness, stating, thank you for sharing your diagnosis publicly.
• 1:42
  [SPEAKER_00]: We're sending you our support, and please know that you are not alone.
• 1:46
  [SPEAKER_00]: DuMont shared that preparing for the tour has been an nostalgic experience, helping him cope with his health challenges.
• 1:52
  [SPEAKER_00]: He reflected the last couple of months, looking through old footage and photographs and rehearsing.
• 1:58
  [SPEAKER_00]: Made me think about how grateful I am for the life I've gotten to lead as a musician all these years.
• 2:02
  [SPEAKER_00]: Thanks to our families, friends, and listeners.
• 2:07
  [SPEAKER_01]: Now don't you feel smarter, for more fresh intelligence, visit radaronline.com and hit subscribe.