Lady A's Charles Kelley diagnosed with rare blood cancer
Summarised from 4 outlets · Updated 2 Oct, 12:15 · Archive
Charles Kelley from Lady A has been diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a rare blood cancer.
Charles Kelley, a 45-year-old member of country music band Lady A, has announced a diagnosis of multiple myeloma, a rare blood cancer. The condition was discovered after he experienced unexplained rib fractures that prompted medical investigation.
Kelley shared the news via Instagram on Tuesday alongside his wife, Cassie McConnell. According to reports, the Grammy-winning musician stated that he currently feels 'great' and is 'hopeful' regarding his diagnosis and treatment prospects.
Multiple myeloma is a cancer that affects plasma cells in the blood. The diagnosis followed what was described as an alarming health scare when doctors were initially investigating the cause of Kelley's rib fractures.

How it is being reported
- Lady A's Charles Kelley shares rare blood cancer diagnosisLady A band member Charles Kelley shared a rare blood cancer diagnosis on Tuesday, saying he feels hopeful about the outcome. Adriana Diaz has more.CBS News · 30 Sept, 14:51
- Lady A singer Charles Kelley reveals blood cancer diagnosisThe Grammy-winning US country music star, 45, says he currently feels "great" and is "hopeful".BBC News · 30 Sept, 13:54
- Lady A’s Charles Kelley reveals rare blood cancer diagnosis after alarming health scareThe musician shared his announcement via Instagram Tuesday alongside his wife, Cassie McConnell.New York Post · 29 Sept, 19:54
- Lady A's Charles Kelley diagnosed with rare blood cancer after painful health scareLady A's Charles Kelley shared a video revealing that unexplained rib fractures led doctors to discover multiple myeloma, a rare blood cancer.Fox News · 29 Sept, 19:16
In this story: Charles Kelley · Lady A · Cassie McConnell
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