R&B singer Nivea shared that she was recently diagnosed with leukemia during an appearance on the Atlanta-based show, “Cadillac Chronicles.”
The Grammy-nominated singer, 44, recently shared with Brian Freeman that she received a diagnosis earlier this year. She expressed gratitude for her health and faith while receiving treatment.
She shared on Tuesday’s show that her treatment is progressing well and she’s optimistic about continuing to improve, adding, ‘Amen, amen, amen.’
In “Cadillac Chronicles,” Morgan Freeman drives around with different musicians – often from the hip-hop or R&B world – in his 1974 Cadillac Eldorado. During these rides, they talk about things they’re thankful for. Singer Nivea even performed some of her popular songs from the passenger seat, including her 2002 hit “Don’t Mess With My Man,” which was nominated for a Grammy Award in 2003.
Honestly, it’s amazing to see how she’s handling everything. She just shared that she’s not letting her diagnosis stop her – she’s actually diving into new music and even going to school to study audio engineering, something she’s always dreamed of doing! It’s so inspiring to see her pursue her passions even while navigating health challenges.
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She shared that she’s living life to the fullest – enjoying time with her kids and appreciating every chance she gets.
Nivea, whose full name is Nivea B. Hamilton, was married to musician The-Dream from 2004 until 2008. They have three children together: a daughter named Navy Talia, born in 2005, and twin sons, London and Christian, born in 2006.
She also shares a son, Neal — who performs as Lil Novi — with rapper Lil Wayne.
Leukemia is a cancer that affects the blood and starts in the bone marrow. How it develops and its severity depend on what kind of blood cell is impacted. The singer known as “Complicated” hasn’t shared details about her specific diagnosis, but she says she’s staying optimistic.
She expressed deep appreciation for life, acknowledging the common saying about its unpredictability is indeed true – it’s really helped her re-evaluate what’s important. She makes a point of consistently practicing gratitude every day.
2026-07-23 23:31