Why Rod Stewart kept his cancer diagnosis a secret from his kids
Rod Stewart, with a career spanning over 50 years and 250 million albums sold, was honored with the 2025 American Music Awards’ Lifetime Achievement Award. The award was presented by five of his eight children, surprising the legendary singer. Stewart reflected on his humble beginnings and his lifelong passion for music, saying he never aimed for fame or wealth—just to sing.
Despite his success, Stewart has faced serious health issues. In 2000, he underwent surgery for thyroid cancer, which nearly cost him his voice. He had to relearn how to sing through months of vocal rehabilitation. More recently, he revealed he had kept his prostate cancer diagnosis a secret from his children for nearly a decade, showing the personal challenges he’s faced behind the scenes.
Stewart’s journey has been marked by resilience and dedication to his craft, making the award a powerful recognition of both his talent and perseverance.
