Kansas vocalist Ronnie Platt recently provided an encouraging health update following his cancer diagnosis.
Platt publicly announced his thyroid cancer diagnosis on Feb. 11, stating he would need to undergo thyroid removal surgery. He reassured fans that the cancer “has a 99% survival rate [and] it has not spread.” Following the announcement, Kansas canceled or postponed several shows.
Platt has since informed fans that his surgery was successful, and he is eager to return to performing.
He shared the positive news via a statement on his personal Facebook page, which the band Kansas also posted on their page.
“I am home! The doctor said my surgery couldn’t have gone any better!” Platt wrote. “I felt the power of everyone’s prayers and positive energy! You all have helped me through this. How do I, or can I, ever thank all of you for that!? Day 1 of recovery here I am!”
He continued, “I am looking forward to getting back to what I do best! Yes, singing, but my true job is entertaining you all and helping you, at least for a couple hours, forget about your problems and recharge your batteries. I take a lot of pride in that!”
Platt concluded his message with, “Thank you all again, CARRY ON!!!!”
Kansas is set to resume touring on April 4 in Ivins, Utah, with dates scheduled through November. The tour includes a summer co-headlining segment with 38 Special, featuring support from Jefferson Starship, the Outlaws, and Dave Mason.
