Morten Harket, the lead singer of A-ha, has announced that he has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease and may no longer be able to sing.
The beloved “Take on Me” singer’s diagnosis was shared on Wednesday through an announcement on the Norwegian synth-pop band’s official website. The article, penned by their biographer Jan Omdahl, also revealed that the singer has already undergone two brain surgeries.
The 65-year-old singer revealed that he has been receiving deep brain stimulation treatment for the past year. This followed two procedures to implant electrodes on the left and right sides of his brain.
The electrical impulses sent to his brain have lessened some of the disease’s physical symptoms. However, they have also impacted his powerful singing voice and ability to perform.
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