Ronnie James Dio Diagnosed with Stomach Cancer, Will
Undergo Treatment at Mayo Clinic
According to an article posted Nov. 25 , Ronnie James Dio's wife
and manager, Wendy Dio issued a statement that said that the
legendary Rainbow and Black Sabbath frontman had been diagnosed
with the early stages of stomach cancer. Here's her full
statement:
"Ronnie has been diagnosed with the early stages of stomach
cancer. We are starting treatment immediately at the Mayo Clinic.
After he kills this dragon, Ronnie will be back on stage, where he
belongs, doing what he loves best, performing for his fans.
"Thanks to all the friends and fans around the world that have
sent well wishes. This has really helped to keep his spirit up.
"Long Live Rock and Roll, Long Live Ronnie James Dio"
Dio was forced to
cancel his European
tour last week when he became ill and was
hospitalized.
Dio, who rose to fame as the lead singer of Rainbow in the
1970s, is best known for replacing Ozzy Osbourne as the singer for
Black Sabbath, and for his work in the 1980s in his own band,
Dio.
His albums include "Heaven & Hell" and "Mob Rules" by Black
Sabbath, as well as "Holy Diver" with Dio, and many others. His
most recent album is "The Devil You Know" with Heaven & Hell —
made up of the members of his incarnation of Black Sabbath.