The 56-year-old musician, real name Paul Arthurs, released a statement on social media this afternoon (26th April) confirming he’s taking time out from performing live with Liam Gallagher while he receives treatment.
“I’m going to be taking a break from playing for a while,” Bonehead 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.
“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”
Liam Gallagher tweeted: “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 bfore you can say r we doing Colombia LG x”
Bonehead co-founded The Rain in the late 80s alongside his friends Paul "Guigsy" McGuigan, Tony McCarroll and Chris Hutton.
When Liam Gallagher replaced the sacked Chris Hutton, the band changed their name to Oasis and they later recruited Liam’s older brother Noel to their ranks.
Bonehead left Oasis in 1999 during the recording of ‘Standing on the Shoulder of Giants’, however he has more recently become a pivotal member of Liam Gallagher’s live band.
Everyone at Absolute Radio wishes Bonehead a full and speedy recovery.
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