A heartbreaking blow to the music world as legendary singer Roberta Flack reveals that she is battling ALS, a debilitating disease that has robbed her of her singing voice. Similar to a conductor without their baton or an artist without their brush, Flack’s inability to sing is like a pianist without their fingers dancing across the keys. Despite this incredible setback, Flack remains resilient and determined, planning to channel her creativity and energy into other projects. The news brings to light the cruel reality of ALS, an incurable illness that progressively weakens the muscles and affects speech, mobility, and even breathing. While Flack’s voice may be silenced, her spirit and passion for music continue to soar. We encourage everyone to explore the underlying research on ALS and support efforts towards finding effective treatments and cures.
Singer Roberta Flack has the incurable disease ALS and can’t sing, but she plans to stay active on other projects, her manager said Monday. Flack, 85, is a Grammy winner best known for hits that include “Killing Me Softly With His Song” and “The First Time Ever I Saw Your…
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