The Jam's Bruce Foxton reveals Parkinson's disease diagnosis
He's been battling cancer since 2023
The Jam bassist Bruce Foxton has revealed he’s been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease.
The 70-year-old Mod icon made the revelation in a Facebook message to fans after he was forced to cancel a series of shows over the weekend due to a chest infection.
Denying online rumours that he was hospitalised, Bruce told fans, “I was able to rest up at home, and I’m pleased to say that I’m feeling a lot better than I was.”
Bruce underwent immunotherapy after a cancerous lymph node was discovered in 2023, and a year later he had knee replacement surgery.
In his message on Tuesday (30th June), Bruce revealed that he was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease when doctors were investigating the side-effects of his cancer treatment.
“It’s no secret that I’ve undergone treatment for cancer and am still having scans on a regular basis to keep an eye on that,” Bruce wrote.
“However, what you don’t know is that the cancer treatment in itself caused some significant issues for me and investigations into all of that uncovered the fact that I’m now facing a future living with Parkinson’s Disease…and I’m determined to do that as well as I possibly can.”
He continued: “As anyone coping with this diagnosis will know it’s a huge shock, and it’s taking a long time to let that sink in and for me to accept that my body and mind are dealing with something completely out of my control. I have to manage the challenges I now face physically and mentally on a daily basis, and some days are better than others.
“Back in May 2025 It was hard to accept that touring with FTJ (From The Jam) was no longer an option for me, but being officially diagnosed and having the right meds to help deal with symptoms has given me another chance to carry on doing what I love and what I live for in a relaxed and supportive environment. The response and love we’ve felt at our gigs has been second to none and I can’t thank you enough.”
Confirming he still plans to perform live, Bruce concluded: “With your help I’m going to keep going and playing live for as long as I’m able to do it. It’s good for me, my future health and hopefully good for all of you who still enjoy coming along to join with me, Mark, Craig, and Andy to enjoy those great songs. I will be working hard every day to give the best performance possible."
Everyone at Absolute Radio wishes Bruce the very best with his ongoing health battle.