Pretty Maids cancel tour plans as Ronnie Atkins is diagnosed with lung cancer

As previously reported here at Stargazed Magazine, the Danish hard rock legends Pretty Maids will release “Undress Your Madness” on November 8th.

It’s now sadly been announced that their vocalist, Ronnie Atkins, has recently been diagnosed with lung cancer. This means Pretty Maids will have to cancel all shows announced until the end of January 2020.

“we’re all sorry for the inconvenience that might bring”, says the band. “Right now all plans are on hold, so for the moment we can’t say much more due to the current situation but we will keep you updated. ALL focus is now on Ronnie’s health and undergoing treatment. We hope for your love and understanding.”
/Ken, Rene, Chris and Allan

photo: Tallee Savage

Ronnies open letter:

It’s scary how your world can be turned upside down in a couple of weeks.

I went to my doctor for a routine check complaining about some back pains in mid-August.
I then went through numerous scans, bronchoscopy, biopsies etc. and spent a lot of time waiting for answers in uncertainty.
And so finally three weeks ago I found myself diagnosed with lung cancer.

Now this has by all means been a shock to me, my family and those close to me since it came totally unexpected without any typical symptoms and everything just happened and developed so fast lately.

I’m already in treatment and underwent surgery two weeks ago, then spend some 10 days in hospital with pneumonia as a consequence apparently linked to the surgery.

According to the medical staff my prospects are good considering it’s lung cancer. However, I will have to undertake further treatment the next couple of months to be on the safe side.

This means that I unfortunately will have to step back from most musical activities concerts etc. for an indefinite period of time.

I’m going into this with a positive mindset and with the continuing love and support from my family and friends I’m determined to battle this disease the best I can -God willing!

LOVE ❤️
Ronnie Atkins