Fans of Phil Collins are upset and shocked as images of him looking unwell in a hospital setting have circulated widely, sparking speculation that he was receiving care at a palliative facility.
In the phony pictures, you can see the 74-year-old ex-drummer of Genesis being paid a visit by Paul McCartney. They share a warm hug, and then the former Beatle performs a tune for his old friend.
This week, rumors about Phil’s health sparked speculation due to which his team had to clarify that contrary to reports suggesting he was in a hospice, he was instead receiving hospital care for a knee operation, as confirmed to TMZ.
In a swift response, pictures posted on Facebook group “Rock & Roll Universe” were labeled as inappropriate and evidently fake, due to the fact that, at 83 years old, Paul is known for playing his guitar with his left hand, unlike how he appears in these images.
In addition to the pictures, the post stated: ‘Earlier today, London’s hospital corridors were surprisingly quiet when Paul McCartney discreetly entered, holding his familiar guitar from past years.’
On the fifth floor, Phil Collins remained motionless, looking weak and ghostly following several months of fighting severe health issues due to both spinal and heart problems. When Paul stepped into the room, Phil’s eyes gradually fluttered open, and his lips quivered silently.
After being ill for many months due to complex heart and spine issues, Phil Collins was found still on the fifth floor, appearing frail and pale. Upon Paul entering the room, Phil’s eyes slowly opened with a trembling, silent mouth.
Before starting: Quietly, Paul took his seat and softly strummed “Hey Jude,” imbuing every note with heartfelt sentiment. The lyrics seemed to infuse the cold hospital room with warmth, stirring up emotions in the nurses that left them teary-eyed, while a solitary tear trickled down Phil’s face.
After the last chord had faded away, Paul grasped his long-time companion’s hand and murmured, “Despite everything, we remain a band. Perhaps our stage may be life itself now.” This sentiment has since been shared among musicians, much like a poignant farewell ballad between two legends.
As an ardent admirer, I can’t help but express my dismay: “People are going wild in the comments section, saying things like: ‘That’s not Phil Collins’, or ‘It’s just wrong, it shouldn’t be allowed.’ Some even pointed out that ‘that’s not Phil…. and Paul is left-handed!’. I’m honestly fed up with all this AI-generated nonsense. I thought this technology couldn’t get any worse.
In 2022, the former musician had to retire from drumming due to health-related issues. He announced in February that he is stepping away from creating music altogether.
Speaking with MOJO magazine, the Grammy winner expressed that they often find themselves contemplating a trip to their studio downstairs to see what may unfold. However, they admitted that the desire for it isn’t there as it once was. The artist elaborated, revealing that they have been quite unwell, in fact, extremely so…
This renowned Rock and Roll Hall of Famer has been dealing with type 2 diabetes and ongoing issues stemming from a spinal injury he sustained about two decades back.
2009, he shared with Daily Mail that his spine’s structure has compressed his spinal cord due to the posture he adopts while drumming. This long-term issue, he explained, stems from many years of playing the drums.
He mentioned that he struggles to grip the sticks comfortably without experiencing pain. In fact, he would tape the sticks onto his hands just to endure it. With a bit of humor, he reassured, “Rest assured, my singing abilities remain intact.
The MOJO interview was woven into a broader narrative, offering a reflective overview spanning the various phases of Genesis’ career.
In a more simplified and conversational style, it could be rephrased as: Lily Collins’ dad made his debut in the entertainment world by playing the character of the Artful Dodger in the London production of “Oliver” back in 1964 on the West End stage.
At that point in time, an aspiring actor – who had been playing drums since he was just five years old – formed connections with both the orchestra conductor and another drummer. This encounter sparked his ambition to pursue a career as a dedicated percussionist, as reported by Drumeo.
19-year-old Collins tried out for Genesis and was selected to join them in 1970, taking over the drum position from John Mayhew.
In August 1975, when Peter Gabriel departed to focus on his own solo career, he assumed the lead role within the band.
Together, they produced eight studio albums as a team, earning multiple accolades until Phil Collins decided to embark on a solo journey in 1996.
At that point in his career, he amassed a total of eight Grammy trophies, six Brit Awards, four Billboard Music Awards, three American Music Awards, and two Golden Globe statuettes, along with an Oscar.
Phil’s latest health news arrives a few days following his heartfelt tribute to Ozzy Osbourne, who passed away recently at the age of 76.
He shared a throwback photo of the two music artists embracing with smiles on their faces.
The caption simply read, ‘In happier times, love always PC x.’
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2025-08-08 18:51