Queen’s Brian May says he can still play guitar after a minor stroke affected one arm

Queen's Brian May says he can still play guitar after a minor stroke affected one arm

As a fervent admirer of Queen and their resilience, I find myself deeply moved by Brian May’s recent health challenges. At 77, he’s not just a guitarist, but a symbol of strength and perseverance who continues to defy expectations. His ability to play guitar after the minor stroke is nothing short of inspiring.


Recently, Brian May from Queen experienced a minor stroke which temporarily impaired his control over his left arm.

But, he noted, he can still play guitar after the “little health hiccup.”

In simpler terms, he shared positive news in a video uploaded on Instagram on Wednesday. The good news was that at 77 years old, he could play the guitar again after recent events, as demonstrated by moving his left-hand fingers in the video.

I’m sharing this information because there was some uncertainty due to the minor stroke I experienced a week ago, which I mentioned earlier. This unexpected event caused me to lose control over one of my arms for a moment, and I must admit it was quite alarming.

According to the BBC report, the musician who composed “Bohemian Rhapsody” shared that he was admitted to Frimley Hospital in Surrey, England following a stroke, where he received exceptional care.

He explained that he didn’t feel like sharing anything at the moment as he preferred to keep things simple. He assured us that he didn’t need sympathy, and kindly asked for everyone to respect his wish, as it would help him avoid unnecessary messages in his inbox, which he dislikes. However, he wanted to make it clear that he was fine. He was simply following instructions, which essentially meant doing nothing. In other words, he was grounded.

May mentioned that he’s restricted from going outside frequently, driving, or traveling by airplane, as well as any activities that might significantly increase his heart rate.

As a passionate moviegoer and ardent fan of rock music, I’ve been eagerly following the recent developments regarding Queen. The legendary band, renowned for hits like “We Are the Champions” and “We Will Rock You,” wrapped up a five-date tour in Japan towards mid-February, marking their last performance since then.

On Wednesday, Queen’s representatives declined to provide an immediate response when contacted by The Times regarding their request for a comment.

In 2020, the renowned musician who received knighthood from King Charles III in 2023 experienced a “minor heart attack” that brought him close to death. Doctors discovered three blocked arteries and inserted three stents to maintain their openness. He shared with The Times of London that he has faced additional health issues due to certain medications, one of which led to a severe stomach complication resembling an “explosion,” putting his life in grave danger.

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2024-09-07 14:33

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