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Timothy B Schmit Health Update
Timothy B. Schmit Health Update
From his assistant Julie:
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Dear Fans of Timothy,
First of all, please know that Timothy is ok, so don't worry. He said I can tell you
about his current health situation, since I'm sure you would want to know.
In October, Timothy was diagnosed with throat and neck cancer. He flew to
New York right after the 11/17/12 Las Vegas show for surgery with a top surgeon.
He was only in the hospital for three days.
The good news is that the surgery was successful and Timothy has received a clean bill of
health. The final pathology report stated that he appears to be cancer free, both in his throat and neck.
He does not need to have chemo or radiation. Now he just has to keep an eye on things every month
for about a year to be sure it stays away, and then not so often.
Timothy is healing nicely, though his throat is still a bit sore, but he's already out and about.
He says that this has been a life changer in many ways, and that it has only
bolstered his resolve to, in the words of Warren Zevon, “... enjoy every sandwich."
He doesn’t have his singing voice back yet, but he’s been talking ever since being in the
recovery room at the hospital, and the doctors are quite confident he’ll be up
and at it again, in a matter of time. As of 12/20/12, he’s still planning to perform
at the Eagles’ 12/30/12 show in Las Vegas.
If you would like to email a message to Timothy, you may send it to info@timothybschmit.com, in the subject line, put "Message for Timothy" and I'll make sure he receives it.
If you would like to mail him a card or letter, please send it to:
Timothy B. Schmit
c/o ETC
1100 Glendon Ave., Suite 2000
Los Angeles, CA 90024
I know Timothy will be glad to receive your encouraging messages of support.
Please know that he's in good spirits and is optimistic, as always.
I wish you all a happy, healthy holiday season and a wonderful New Year.
All the best,
Julie Freeman
on behalf of Timothy B. Schmit
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OMG, Timothy! But it sounds like everything is going well. Please take care of yourself!
I will keep him in my thoughts and prayers.
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OMG I just saw that on Facebook. Thank goodness he's doing well but he needs to focus on taking care of himself before all else.
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GREWIUFSFOIUSFHSHGH!
Good to hear he has a clean bill of health!! (Stupid cancer...:-x)
:D:DPrayers and Positivity for Tim!!!!:D:D
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I will pray for Timothy for a full recovery! There are so many people being diagnosed every day with cancer that it shouldn't be such a shock, but it always is to me, especially when it is someone that you know or admire, like Timothy.
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Wow....
Get well soon Tim!
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I certainly was shocked and upset by this and definately am glad to hear he's well on the way to recovery. Cancer is a very scary disease and I'm just glad with Timothy that it looks like they got it early.
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I'm glad for Timothy that they got it early too and looks like he will recover fully. I'm sure he has the best Medical team that there is looking out for him.
I of course will put a greeting out to him and will send on a card in the next day or 2. I hope his family have a wonderful Christmas.
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Oh my gosh how frightening! Heck, I'm frightened and I only know him as a fan. It sounds like he is OK now, even maybe up to singing, but I will keep him in my prayers.
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You know what I find really stunning.. He performed at the first Las Vegas show and the NYU show before treatment.. and from what we have seen of the one set list even performed ICTYW! Now that is dedication!! :rockon:
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First---- THANK YOU NANCY FOR THE TEXT giving me the heads up!!!
I don't even know what to say. I'm so glad his prognosis is good but I'm also so very scared. I HATE HATE HATE cancer and have been touched by it so many times, I just don't trust it. Need to get a message off to him. Bless him. I hope he takes care of himself and makes a complete recovery.
I was shaking so hard after getting the text, it took me 3 freaking tries to type in my username and password here.
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OMG! I'm just in total shock right now...I'm so upset. I am practically in tears & I am at work, just hearing this news...I do wonder with him just having surgery should he even be performing in this month.??? OMG..Shocked
I will be praying for him & I will send him best wishes for a speedy recovery.
Cancer is so scary....Heart is breaking right now
I can't even think straight.
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I just keep telling myself he is OK now... otherwise I think I would be throwing up right now. We should all thank God his prognosis is so good.
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First of all, thank you Nancy for the heads-up text. I was off getting my hair done, and my hairdresser kept asking me what was wrong. This is so very sobering. I am so glad that it seems to have been caught early and that the prognosis is so good. Many thoughts and prayers are going up for him, and what the heck, for all of them, because why not?
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Cancer rears its ugly head again! Thank God he's doing so well. I just hope he doesn't overdo it. Will keep him in my prayers.
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I just can't quit thinking about this. Having a hard time with it. I guess I feel these guys should be invincible. :worried:
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Shocked to say the least.:weep:
Sounds though as if they caught the cancer early on :yay: -no chemo or rad therapy. I'm also betting the hospital he had surgery at in New York was Sloan-Kettering. Here is a link to a Sloan-Kettering patient that was diagnosed over 7 years ago which should allay fellow TBS fans' fears, it did mine anyway: http://www.mskcc.org/cancer-care/larry
Remember Michael Douglas had stage IV throat cancer, which is as bad as it gets, and that was over two years ago.
Carol-Lynn
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This is terrible news but I send my best wishes & hopes to Timothy for a full & speedy recovery.
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I have been busy with Christmas preparations but, I've had this feeling of being very disturbed all afternoon, even when my mind is distracted by what I am doing. I keep asking myself why I feel this way at Christmas. Then I consciously remember the news about Timothy & I know why. :-(:worried:
We've got to think positively though. As many have said, they caught it early. :smile: :yay:
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omg such a shock and stunner. SOunds like they might have caught it early and I pray that they did.Thanks Nancy for keeping us borders in the loop
get well TBS:kiss:
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OMG...was so shocked with this news....like I was telling my husband..I would've thought Timothy was one of the "healthiest" in the group...GET WELL SOON..
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Ohhhhh my God, I read the word "cancer" and my heart skipped a beat. So, so shocking to hear about... I will most definitely be keeping Tim in my thoughts and prayers. So glad he's healthy.
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Carol-Lynn Thank you so much for reminding me about Michael Douglas. I just kept thinking about George Harrison. I don't think they would have released this information if he wasn't doing well, right? I am trying so hard to think positive.
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Please let Timothy know I am so glad they caught the cancer early and am glad that he is doing so well. I will keep him in my thoughts and prayers. Hope he continues on the path to a speedy recovery.
Elizabeth in Nashville, TN:D
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I am kind of speechless still...praying for sweet Timothy B that he makes a full recovery and stays healthy for many many years to come...love him so much...:heart:...oh no...here come the water works again:weep:
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I'm just feeling stunned and numb about this news. However, everything seems very positive so, hopefully, Timothy will be as good as new before you know it. Of course, I know we all wish him a speedy and full recovery.
Get Well Soon Timothy!!!
Sending happy vibes your way from your Border fans.
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Praying for a fast and full recovery for our wonderful Timothy!
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I'm going to give his name to my mother's prayer group Sunday. The more the better!
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Yes, I added him to the Prayer Group I belong to on Facebook and will mention his name during the prayers tomorrow night at church.
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Originally Posted by
TimothyBFan
I just can't quit thinking about this. Having a hard time with it. I guess I feel these guys should be invincible. :worried:
I know what you mean, Willie. But I was just thinking recently how blessed these guys are for all being in good health for their age - able to still perform regularly.
Timothy must have freaked out. His voice is what he is famous for, and even as grounded as he is, I would suspect that would be very difficult to face, even if only temporary.
Timothy, I hope you are feeling all the love coming your way. Your music is an inspiration to millions. We are all wishing you the very best. You are not only a great musician - you are a great guy.
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Oh wow. That's horrible. I hope Timothy has a speedy and full recovery.
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Wow what for horrible news! Get well Timothy!
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Almost forgot-Rod Stewart had throat cancer (thyroid) back in 2001. He said in his recent biography that it took him at least six months, if I remember correctly, to regain his singing voice and it was quite a struggle.
Also, Roger Daltry, according to Pete Townsend's recent biography, had pre-cancerous cells removed in 2011.
Also made me question whether or not TBS really got hit in the throat with a surfboard back in 2007. Never know. People only tell you what they want you to believe or, as in the Eagles case, what they want the insurance company for their tours to believe. Before anyone has a hissy-fit I'm not calling TBS a liar I'm just saying its not uncommon for entertainers to lie about their illnesses for a variety of reasons including privacy and issues with insurability.
Carol-Lynn
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We have no reason to believe that the surfing accident was anything other than what we were told.
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when I saw Timothy in Pittsburgh this summer I had a chance to speak to Hank Linderman his guitarist after the show...we discussed the surf board accident at length...and how hard Timothy worked to regain his voice after it and how long it took him...I could see the admiration Hank has for Timothy on his face as he talked about him...I have no doubt there really was a surfing accident and nothing more than that.
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My main concern right now is Timothy's recovery....To hear that he will be performing Dec. 30th really concerns me that he has not had enough time to heal & get his strength back...I do hope he isn't pressured to do this show Dec 30th as a commitment to the Eagles or the fans. I just think this is way too soon for him to be back on stage. This is only about 6 weeks after a major surgery.
I would rather him get the rest he needs & not have to struggle to sing so soon after this....I am questioning here the judgement of all those involved. If the show needs to be cancelled or moved to a later date, I think people will understand how serious this is....This is only 1 show, not a delay or cancellation of a tour. I would rather have him rest & recover so that he will be better for a tour later on next year...I'm just worried that this is too fast.
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Well - I think the best we fans can do in these cases is to go with whatever information we are given as being true, and trust that Tim will follow the advice of his doctors. We don't have all the facts to judge the situation and even if we did, we certainly don't have any control over it other than to send as many positive vibes his way as we can. So here goes Timothy ...
Sending more positive vibes to you from The Border!!!!
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AGREED dreamer!! :thumbsup: I'm sure Timothy will do only what is best for him and his health and here's hoping he'll "enjoy every sandwich" along the way!
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I haven't posted in a while - but just wanted to wish Timothy a full & speedy recovery... as for Dec 30th I'm sure he wouldn't do anything that conflicted with his surgeons wishes....maybe he'll play along but not sing....that would be ok - yeah?