Phil Collins gives rare update on his health struggles, reveals if he'll ever tour or release new music again

Phil Collins has given a rare update on his debilitating health struggles, which have left him unable to play the drums.

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• The British musician — who'll be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in November — revealed if he plans to release new music or ever tour again.

• In January, Collins said he has a 24-hour live-in nurse to help him manage his medications after years of health setbacks.

Phil Collinshas struggled with debilitating health issues in recent years, but his days of performing may not be over.

The legendary singer and drummer offered a rare update on his physical condition this week, specifically addressing how it has affected his plans to release new music and tour again.

Though he'll be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame for his solo work in a ceremony this November, Collins won't be celebrating the honor with a set of his greatest hits. "They asked me if I would perform," he said in aninterview with the U.K.’sBBC Breakfaston Friday. "And I said no. You've gotta be match fit to do something like that. You can't just go on stage. You're gonna have to rehearse, and then by that point, if you've not been singing your voice is gonna be shot, and then that's not gonna be good. So I'd rather not do it."

Collins hasn't played live since hisGrammy-winning prog-rock band, Genesis, wrapped their Last Domino Tour in March 2022. This past January, he revealed thathe has a live-in nurse to assist with his medications and is under 24-hour care, partly due to complications from a 2007 spinal injury that caused lasting nerve damage, leaving him unable to play the drums (his son Nic filled in for him during the Genesis tour while he handled vocals). He also said he'd undergone five surgeries on his knee, making it difficult for him to walk, and that he'd gotten sober after he'd developed kidney problems because of his heavy drinking.

If the British musician hasn't recovered enough to perform at the Rock Hall ceremony, Collins hasn't totally ruled out returning to the stage one day. "I can't really see it happening,” he toldBBC Breakfast, "but I'm healthier now than I have been for quite a while."

Upon further reflection, Collins was more optimistic. "Whether or not I would go out again… I would contemplate, yeah," he said. "I mean, I'm constantly saying to myself, 'I've got to go back down into my studio at home.'"

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A new album would mark Collins' first release of original music since his 2002 record,Testify. While he has nothing concrete on the horizon, he does have some material brewing. "I've got lots of lyrical ideas that I write down, and there are things that are half-formed and a couple of things that are finished," he said. "So, you know, there's things that I can get my teeth into to start working on."

While he has kept a low profile since wrapping the Genesis tour, Collinsmade a rare public appearancein London last weekend. His ex-wife Jill Collinsshared a photo on Instagram of themwithRod Stewartand his wife, Penny Lancaster, at Buckingham Palace as they celebrated the 50th anniversary of the youth charity The King's Trust.

In an interview earlier this month, Collins said he was surprised to learn he'd beeninducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, especially considering Genesis had already been inducted in 2010. "I've always followed up after [Genesis was inducted] — the results of who got in and who didn't," he told host Eddie Trunk on the SiriusXM showTrunk Nation. "But I'd kind of thought that that was it for me. I didn't expect it. And I'm very, very flattered and pleased that I was thought of… It’s very nice to be there."

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Collins — along with Oasis, Sade, Joy Division/New Order, Billy Idol, Iron Maiden, Luther Vandross, and Wu-Tang Clan — will officially be inducted into the Rock Hall on Nov. 14 at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. Fans can watch the telecast of the ceremony in December on ABC and Disney+.

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Anne Hathaway Reveals She Was 'Legally Blind' in Left Eye for a Decade Before Finally Undergoing Surgery at Age 40

Anne Hathaway revealed she was legally blind in one eye for a decade due to an early onset cataract

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• The actress underwent surgery to restore her vision and shared how the condition impacted her mental and physical health

• Hathaway expressed gratitude for modern medical advancements and reflected on the "miracle" of regaining her sight

Anne Hathawayis opening up about her struggles with her vision for the first time.

During an April 22 appearance onThe New York Times' podcastPopcast, theDevil Wears Prada 2actress, 43, revealed to hosts Jon Caramanica and Joe Coscarelli that she was "legally blind" in one eye for a decade.

"This is maybe too much information," she quipped before sharing her story. "I was half blind for 10 years."

According to Hathaway, she had an early onset cataract from ages 30 to 40, which the Mayo Clinic defines as a clouding of the lens of the eye, which is typically clear.

"For people who have cataracts, seeing through cloudy lenses is often like looking through a frosty or fogged-up window," theMayo Clinicexplains. "Clouded vision caused by cataracts can make it hard to read, drive a car at night or see the expression on a friend's face."

For theMother Marystar, the condition impacted her vision "so much that I was basically legally blind out of my left eye" — and caused her somesevere stress, she said.

"I wound up getting surgery," she shared. "And I didn't realize how bad it had gotten until I could finally see the full spectrum."

"I've calmed down since then," Hathaway added. "I didn't realize it was actually taxing my nervous system."

According to the Mayo Clinic, cataracts are common particularly as people age, but surgery is often required to correct the issue in younger patients.

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Legal blindness is also defined by the Social Security Administration (SSA) as severe vision loss, according to theCleveland Clinic. A person who is legally blind either has 20/200 or worse eyesight, even with correction, or they have a field of view that’s no more than 20 degrees wide.

"I appreciate vision because I literally feel like every day, I wake up and I get to see the way that I do, it's a miracle," the actress continued. "I actually am like, 'Oh, two generations back, that wouldn't have been an option for someone like me.' So, I actually do feel very connected to that kind of a miracle."

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Hathaway has been candid about other aspects of her health in recent weeks.

In aninterview withEllepublished on Thursday, May 21, she spoke for the first time aboutrumors surrounding whether or not she's undergone recent plastic surgery— and shared that she has a "preference" to "never comment on anything" and "not draw attention" to herself.

"We’re at a time when people feel very confident in assuming what they think is fact, and sometimes what they think is accurate and sometimes it’s not," Hathaway said, after being asked if hertutorial for getting a lifted look through a certain braided hairstylewas her way of shutting down the rumor mill.

"...The speculation has gotten so loud that you do feel the need to just get your truth out there," she continued. "And I’ll probably always wonder, ‘Should I have posted that or not? Should I have just kept going and done the thing that makes me happy and makes me feel more confident on the red carpet?’ But I felt like the conversation was becoming distracting."

“Also, by the way, these are huge medical decisions that people are presuming,” she added. “I wanted to show that like, no, I didn’t make a huge medical decision. It’s just two braids.”

She then confessed, "By the way, the other thing about all this is, I might still get a facelift someday."

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Lupita Nyong'o responds to racist criticism of her being cast as Helen of Troy in “The Odyssey”

Actress Lupita Nyong'o will portray Helen of Troy in Christopher Nolan's upcoming retelling of The Odyssey.

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• She has faced racist criticism from Elon Musk and others.

• The Oscar-winning actress explained that "you can't perform beauty."

Lupita Nyong'ohas responded to the racist criticism about her being cast in the iconic role of Helen of Troy in directorChristopher Nolan's upcoming version ofThe Odyssey.

And her take is quite simple: "This is a mythological story," she said in an interview published Thursday onElle.

"I'm very supportive of Chris's intention with it and with the version of this story that he is telling. Our cast is representative of the world," she said. "I'm not spending my time thinking of a defense. The criticism will exist whether I engage with it or not."

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In just one example, Tesla co-founderElon Muskcommented on and shared opinions that Nyong'o shouldn't be part of the cast. He even claimed on social media that Nolan did it because he "wants the awards."

Musk also said the director had "lost his integrity."

The hosts ofThe Viewthenhit back. "I don't know if you realize this," Whoopi Goldberg said, "Lupita is also considered one of the world's most beautiful women. So, I'm not sure what you're trying to say. You don't actually have to go to the movie."

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In the new interview, the Oscar winner explained her philosophy on playing the character described as the most beautiful woman in Greece in the tale adapted from Homer's ancient Greek poem.

"You can't perform beauty. I want to know who a character is," Nyong'o said. "What is beyond beauty? What is beyond looks? That's the thing about doing such a well-known text, which has been studied and interpreted and derived from. The research could be endless. The good thing about working with a writer like Chris is that it's on the page. The investigation starts with the pages you're given. That's what I based it on."

Nolan, the director of epic stories such asOppenheimer,Inception, andInterstellar, has put Nyong'o in good company, with a cast that also includes Matt Damon; Anne Hathaway; Tom Holland; Zendaya; Robert Pattinson; Charlize Theron; and Elliot Page.

That wasn't lost on Nyong'o, whose own credits include12 Years a Slave(for which she won her Oscar),Us,Black Panther, andStar Warsfilms.

"It's quite something to be a part ofThe Odyssey, because it is so grand. It spans worlds," the actress said. "So that's why the cast is what it is. We're occupying the epic narrative of our time."

The Odysseyarrives in theaters July 17.

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What to Know About Late NASCAR Driver Kyle Busch's 2 Kids

Kyle Busch and his wife, Samantha Busch, welcomed two kids: son Brexton and daughter Lennix

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• Brexton was born in May 2015 and Lennix was welcomed in May 2022 via surrogate

• The NASCAR driver, whose death was announced on May 21, often shared photos of his family life

Kyle Buschwas not just a legendary NASCAR driver — he was also a proud dad.

The two-time NASCAR champion, whose death was announced on May 21, became a dad in May 2015 when he and his wife,Samantha Busch, welcomed their son Brexton. Years later, they became afamily of fourwhen Kyle and Samantha welcomed daughter Lennix via surrogate in May 2022.

On May 21, NASCAR announced his death just hours after Kyle's family said he was hospitalized for a "severe illness."

"On behalf of the Busch family, everyone at Richard Childress Racing and all of NASCAR, we are devastated to announce the sudden and tragic passing of Kyle Busch," the jointstatementfrom NASCAR, the Busch family and Richard Childress Racing read.

The news came just a few days after Kyle celebrated Brexton's 11th birthday onInstagram, writing, "Your mom & I are so proud of who you’re turning out to be!"

Here's everything to know about Kyle Busch's kids.

Brexton, 11

Kyle and Samantha's son Brexton was born on May 18, 2015.

Brexton has followed in his father's footsteps as a young race car driver. In October 2023, the proud parents shared a jointInstagrampost congratulating their son after a race at Millbridge Speedway.

"Congrats Brexton we are so proud of you!" they wrote. "For being so young you put in so much effort watching film, testing, asking questions, siming and it’s paid off! We love to watch you accomplish your dreams!"

More recently, Samantha celebrated Brexton's 11th birthday with anotherInstagrampost, in which she described him as a "driven, funny, kind-hearted little man."

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Kyle's Instagram post also touched on his racing skills. "You’re the best kid on & off the track, you amaze us every day. Keep doing what you’re doing and there is no limit to what you’ll accomplish! Love you buddy!" he wrote.

Lennix, 4

Lennix was born via surrogate on May 10, 2022. Kyle and Samantha had previously gone through a journey with infertility, including an unsuccessfulpregnancy attempt via embryo transfer, as well as a miscarriage.

The couple announced her arrival in a jointInstagrampost, writing, "We’re beyond overjoyed that God has blessed us with our beautiful girl."

"Our tiny little peanut has a head full of crazy hair and a big brother waiting at home who can’t wait to meet her!!!" the caption continued. "Thank you everyone who has followed our journey and prayed along side of us."

As she's grown older, Lennix has followed after her mom in some ways. In April 2026, Samantha shared anInstagramphoto of her and Lennix in Mexico wearing matching bikinis, writing that she is raising her "mini twin."

"Matching swimsuits today… matching personalities way too soon 😅," she wrote of Lennix. "My mom keeps telling me from her crazy hair to her sass she’s me all over again! I’m hoping she meant that as a compliment 😂💕."

On May 10, Samantha shared a birthday tribute to Lennix onInstagramand called her the "little miracle God gave us."

Lennix also had a sweet bond with her dad, as Samantha shared anInstagram videoof the father-daughter duo dancing together together in their home in February 2026 after she asked Kyle a special question.

"My daughter came upstairs with my late grandmother's ring and asked her daddy to marry her," text over the video read. "He said, 'Yes, now we need a first dance.' "

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Jimmy Kimmel Says Those Who 'Pushed Out' Stephen Colbert Should Be 'Ashamed' as He Goes Dark 'Out of Respect' for “Late Show”

Jimmy Kimmel is saying goodbye to The Late Show with Stephen Colbert

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• Jimmy Kimmel Live! will air a repeat episode on ABC Thursday, May 21, out of solidarity for Colbert's final show on CBS

• "I hope the people who did the pushing feel ashamed of themselves tonight although I know they probably won't," Kimmel said on his own show Wednesday, May 20

Jimmy Kimmelis wishing a "fond farewell" toStephen ColbertbeforeJimmy Kimmel Live!goes dark during the final episode ofTheLate Show.

During his Wednesday, May 20monologue, the host, 58, reminded viewers that he'll "be off tomorrow night out of respect" for Colbert, 62, and his staff atThe Late Show with Stephen Colbert. The CBS staple's final episode airs on Thursday, May 21, during the same time slot asJimmy Kimmel Live!, while ABC will run a repeat episode of Kimmel's show.

"I think you know how I feel about the fact that they're being pushed out. I hope the people who did the pushing feel ashamed of themselves tonight, although I know they probably won't," Kimmel said.

He added, "That being said, I think it is most important to congratulate Stephen and the team atThe Late Showfor all the great work, all the great work he will continue to do in other venues. I have no doubt. Everyone at that show has always been gracious to us. We never felt like we were competing against. It was nothing like the old days of late night. I always loved being on Stephen's show, I loved having him here on ours. I hope we're able to do that again. I hope he comes to visit as many times as possible."

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Kimmel then emphasized that "it has been a pleasure to work alongside you" and encouraged viewers to tune in for Colbert's curtain call.

"I will be watching tomorrow night. I hope that those of you who watch our show will also tune in to CBS for the last time. Don't ever watch it again," he said. "But watch tomorrow night to wish Stephen and our friends atThe Late Showa fond farewell."

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Kimmel moved into his next topic by joking that he wanted to discuss the "a--holes who forced them off the air," referring to "our dear old Uncle Scam," or PresidentDonald Trump.

Colbert announced in July 2025 that CBS had canceled his show in a move that the network called "purely a financial decision against a challenging backdrop in late night." The decision came after Colbert criticized the network's parent company, Paramount, duringhis July 14 episodeover its$16 million settlement with Trump. Paramount was also in the middle of a merger with the entertainment company Skydance at the time, which required approval from the White House.

ABCannounced on May 11that Kimmel would be airing a repeat episode in an apparent show of solidarity with the fellow late-night host on Thursday, May 21. Kimmel has long supported Colbert following the news of the cancellation, even putting up a billboard in Los Angeles to encourage Emmy voters to vote for Colbert in the Outstanding Talk Series category in 2025. NBC'sThe Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallonwill also air a rerun on Thursday night.

Colbert teased what fans can expect from his "simple" signoff and how he'd like the show to be remembered in PEOPLE'slatest cover. "I hope they laughed. I hope they felt better at the end of the day," he said of viewers.

"I mean, that's it. We're there. We're the last thing you see. A lot of things happen in a day, but we bat last, and so we get the last take that people hear before they go to bed, and I hope it made their day better."

Thefinal episodeof Colbert's long-running program is scheduled for Thursday, May 21, 11:35 p.m. ET.

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Vanessa Trump, 48, Announces Breast Cancer Diagnosis, Reveals She Underwent Procedure Earlier This Week

Vanessa Trump announced she has been diagnosed with breast cancer

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• She shared that she underwent a recent procedure in her announcement

• She expressed gratitude for her medical team and support from her family including her five children

Vanessa Trumprevealed she has been diagnosed with breast cancer.

Vanessa, who shares five children with ex-husband Donald Trump Jr., announced her diagnosis in a "personal health update" she shared onInstagramon Wednesday, May 20.

"I've recently been diagnosed with breast cancer. While this isn't news anyone expects, I'm working closely with my medical team on a treatment plan," Vanessa, 48, wrote.

She shared her gratitude to the doctors who performed a procedure on her "earlier this week."

"I am staying focused and hopeful while surrounded by the love and support of my family, my kids, and those closest to me," she wrote. Vanessa sharesfive childrenwith her ex-husband: Kai, 19; Donald, 17; Tristan, 14; Spencer, 13; and Chloe, 11.

"Thank you for your kindness and support it truly means more than I can express. I kindly ask for privacy as I focus on my health and recovery," Vanessa wrote.

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The news of the diagnosis comes after her boyfriend,Tiger Woods,completed a six-week treatmentstint out of the countryto seek treatment after hiscar crash and DUI charge. Woods was charged with DUI charge and a charge for refusal to submit to a urine test. He pleaded not guilty to both charges on March 31, according to documents obtained by PEOPLE on April 1.

The professional golfer, 50, returned to his home in Jupiter, Fla., on Wednesday, May 13.

“Tiger took his trip seriously and is all about continuing his recovery and putting this chapter behind him,” a source in Jupitertold PEOPLE on May 17.

“Vanessa and Tiger are in love, still serious, and happy to see each other,” the source told PEOPLE, adding that Vanessa “is eager to help him continue with his progress and move beyond any more public scandals — which they both dislike intensely.”

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Linda Perry Says She Didn't Think Christina Aguilera Was Right to Sing 'Beautiful' at First: 'No, You're Like, a Hot Chick'

Linda Perry doubted Christina Aguilera was the right fit for her song "Beautiful" — until she heard her sing it

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• "That's when I discovered... 'Oh, beautiful people are actually insecure and just as damaged as I am,'" she said

• "Beautiful" was featured on Stripped and won a Grammy in 2004

Linda Perrydidn't thinkChristina Aguilerawas the right fit for her song "Beautiful" — but the pop star quickly proved her wrong.

During an appearance on theZach Sang Showon Friday, May 8, Perry opened up about how she felt when Aguilera first sang her song "Beautiful," which was eventually featured on Aguilera's 2002 recordStripped.

Shortly after Perry, 61, wrote "Beautiful," Aguilera, 45, visited her in the studio and she played her a demo of the song.

"She was like, 'Okay I want that.' And I'm thinking in my mind, 'No, you're like, a hot chick. I'm not giving you this song. No way. Are you kidding me?'" Perry recalled.

Then, Perry's manager suggested she let the pop star sing it. When she did, the song took on a whole new meaning for the singer-songwriter.

"It made sense," Perry said. "That's when I discovered... Oh, beautiful people are actually insecure and just as damaged as I am."

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She continued, "She's just as f---ed up as I am. Okay. And then it broke the ice between the both of us when I saw that."

Perry said that she then forced Aguilera to keep the demo they recorded because of how raw it was — even after the "Genie in a Bottle" singer begged her to re-record.

"That's the version that sold me [and] made me believe she had emotions. That she was insecure, that she was lacking in confidence in certain places, that she needed acceptance and approval," she said. "I said, 'Christina, what is wonderful about this vocal is you didn't know what you were doing. That's why it's going to be huge, because so many people are going to relate to this imperfect vocal. That's what this song is about. Not being perfect... I think that's an art that needs to come back.'"

In 2004, "Beautiful" won Best Female Pop Vocal Performance at the Grammy Awards, and was nominated for Song of the Year. The song also peaked at No. 2 on theBillboardHot 100.

On the 20th anniversary ofStripped, Aguilerareleased an updated music videofor the hit song featuring young children tied to their phones. The pop star didn't appear in the video but she did share a message about the anniversary at the very end.

"In the last 20 years, sinceStrippedwas first released, social media has transformed our relationship with our bodies, and in turn our mental health," the message read. "Research suggests that time spent on social networking sites is associated with body image issues, self-harm and disordered eating in children and teens. This needs to change."

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