Marc Cohn reveals Parkinson's diagnosis and plans to continue performing

cleveland.com February 3, 2025, 09:00 PM UTC

Marc Cohn, a Grammy-winning singer from Cleveland, announced he was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease about five years ago. He shared this news in an Instagram post on January 30, stating he needed time to process the diagnosis. Cohn, 65, expressed gratitude for his fans and confirmed he will continue performing despite the challenges of the disease. He emphasized the importance of each moment and the support he has received throughout his career. Best known for his 1991 hit "Walking in Memphis," Cohn won a Grammy for best new artist that same year. He plans to keep doing shows for as long as he can.


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