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After years of speculation, Jackson confirmed he’s still battling Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, a degenerative nerve condition that affects his balance and mobility. With visible difficulty walking and performing, Alan spoke candidly about how the disease has progressed — and what it means for the future of his career.
“This isn’t something that’s going to kill me,” he shared in an emotional interview, “but it’s related to muscular dystrophy… and it’s getting more noticeable.”
Jackson, known for timeless hits like “Remember When” and “Chattahoochee,” revealed that performing has become harder. Yet despite the physical toll, he refuses to give up the music that made him a legend. His voice remains strong, even as his body struggles to keep up.
Surrounded by his family and the unwavering support of wife Denise, Alan continues to find strength. His message to fans? “I’m just living day by day, trying to keep doing what I love for as long as I can.”
The announcement has left many fans emotional, with tributes pouring in across the country music community. For millions, Alan Jackson’s music has marked milestones, healed heartbreaks, and filled dance halls. And now, that same music is offering comfort back to the man who gave it to us.
Let’s keep Alan in our thoughts as he faces this new chapter — with the same grace, humility, and strength that’s defined him from the very beginning.