Carly Pearce , Mark Chesnutt and Colt Ford all made headlines in recent years for major medical issues, but they're not the only country singers who are living with serious illness.

Living with chronic illness is just a fact of life for a number of country artists.

Which Country Stars Are Living With Chronic illness?

Willie Nelson lives with serious chronic illness, but he doesn't let that stop him.

The Country Music Hall of Famer still tours and releases new music every year, as part of a schedule that would be difficult for a much younger artist.

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Alan Jackson has been living with a serious illness for more than 10 years, while Shania Twain , Clay Walker and more also sustain active careers while privately managi

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