Bonehead, the Oasis guitarist from North Manchester, has revealed he has been diagnosed with tonsil cancer.
The musician – real name Paul Arthurs – broke the news on social media, saying he will be “taking a break from playing” while having treatment.
“Just to let you all know I’m going to be taking a break from playing for a while,” he wrote.
“I’ve been diagnosed with tonsil cancer, but the good news is it’s treatable and I’ll be starting a course of treatment soon.”
The 56-year-old, who was born in Prestwich, said: “I’ll keep you posted how it’s going, I’m gutted I’m missing the gigs with Liam and the band. Have the best summer and enjoy the gigs if you’re going, I’ll see you soon xxx.”
He was scheduled to play with Liam Gallagher at a number of concerts this summer.
Gallagher tweeted his support for Bonehead: “Sending BIG love to the 1 n only Bonehead and his family wishing you a speedy recovery we’re all thinking of you rasta you’ll be back on stage before you can say r we doing Colombia LG x.”
Bonehead was a founding member of the Manchester band.
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