Raul Malo Shares Updates on His Health Journey
Country music star Raul Malo has been open with his fans about his ongoing battle with stage 4 cancer. Recently, he shared a heartfelt message on his band The Mavericks’ Instagram page and his personal social media accounts, expressing gratitude for the support he has received.
“Thanks so much for your prayers, concern, and outreach over the past few weeks,” the message read. “We truly appreciate everyone’s love and care for Raul and the Malo family in these times, along with the passion and desire to help with his condition. To avoid any confusion, please note that all official updates on Raul’s health will come only from The Mavericks and Raul’s official verified social media channels, along with the official ‘Mavericks Fans Unite’ fan group on Facebook.”
This announcement came after Malo’s most recent update, which was shared via a video posted by his wife, Betty Malo. In the video, she described Raul’s final day of radiation treatment as a moment of strength and resilience.
“Yesterday marked (Raul Malo’s) last day of radiation — and he did it like the true champion he is!” she wrote alongside the video. “Once home, Raul went straight to the piano with his mom, just as they always do. They played, laughed, and even shed a few tears. It was a moment of love, strength, and music — everything that defines him.”
She also shared a brief glimpse of the radiation mask that Raul had to wear during his treatment.
“A reminder of his courage and the fight he faces every day with grace and determination,” she wrote. “To everyone who’s donated to the GoFundMe or sent love our way, my sincerest thank you. Your support means more than words can express. Raul’s fight isn’t over, but we’re walking this journey together — surrounded by music, family, and the incredible love from all of you.”
Fans responded with overwhelming support, with many sharing their admiration for the couple’s strength.
“This is so incredibly beautiful,” one person replied.
“I have no words,” another wrote. “Such a beautiful moment. When in doubt, make music. Miss Norman, Max and you and Raul. Bless you all.”
There were plenty more replies like that, and you can see them all and Betty’s post with the video here.
A Moment of Emotional Reflection
Betty Malo also shared a video recently of Raul getting emotional while talking about the love he has received from fans. The singer, who recently announced he has been diagnosed with Leptomeningeal Disease, an incurable cancer of the cerebrospinal fluid and leptomeninges, had just wrapped up his seventh day of radiation.
“You really get touched, ya know,” Raul Malo said. “Reading about myself, like you never think about yourself that way. And it’s like, ‘Wow, I never really thought about myself in that regard.’ Just a guy going through life doing the best I can.”
Moments later, as they discussed the impact he has had, Raul became emotional.
“It blows my mind,” he said. “There was a worldwide prayer. I mean … it’s so amazing. Ah …. it’s so beautiful, and it is a life force, no doubt. It’s strong.”
Along with the video that she shared on Facebook, Betty Malo wrote: “Your love is a life-force.” Day 7 of radiation. As we take this journey, all the love you send (Raul Malo) never goes unnoticed. Thank you for supporting us and getting us through these next steps. Couldn’t do it without you!!!!
A Heartfelt Update from Raul Malo
Malo had been battling stage 4 cancer since last year, but in late September, he gave the heartbreaking update that he has developed Leptomeningeal Disease.
“Dear Friends, I want to update you all on my health, as things have taken a turn,” he wrote on Facebook. “As it goes with cancer, it’s a very unpredictable and indiscriminatory disease. I’ve developed something called LMD, which stands for ‘get this (expletive) out of my head.’ Treatment for this is radiation, which I will start tomorrow. We will probably jump into some chemo and are even looking at alternative therapies. But it’s time to take to heart your words of resting & recovering, so that’s what I’m going to do.”
“Unfortunately, this does mean all shows going forward are cancelled, but we’ll continue doing cool projects, releasing live recordings, merchandise, Trovador and so forth,” he continued. “I want to thank Dwight Yoakam, his band, and crew for their kindness and understanding this year, and sorry we couldn’t finish the tour the way we planned. Hang on to your tickets for the Ryman in December, as we are planning something special there, and hope to announce that very soon.”
Malo then reassured fans about how he is doing.
“But I want to let everybody know, I am in no way alone, or scared,” he said. “I have an amazing wife and boys, wonderful family, team, road crew, band, friends and fans. I don’t even have enough words to describe the love and support that I’m getting right now. To my friends who have sent me texts and messages, I want you to know that I’ve read them all. I can’t return them all, but your love, prayers, and well wishes have not gone unnoticed.”
“We don’t know what this will look like a couple months from now, but we are going into it like we have with everything else,” Malo continued. “Full steam ahead. Fight, recover, rest, repeat. I want to thank you all for your incredible support through all this, & sorry about the cancellations but we not choice anymore. Find kindness and empathy out there wherever you can. Humans are alright, even if you don’t believe it from what you see on TV. We will keep you informed as this goes, and I promise, no more bullfighting pictures without context.”
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