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Carly Simon reveals she has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, treated for skin cancer
Summary by Laredo News Editorial Desk Debra Worley , as published by KGNS — Sitewide
· July 27, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The 83-year-old has been living with Parkinson's disease.
Carly Simon, an iconic singer and songwriter, has shared her private health struggles. The 83-year-old has been living with Parkinson's disease. She also recently underwent surgery for basal cell carcinoma, a type of skin cancer.
The cancer was removed, but the surgery has affected her appearance, as the spot was on her face. Further details about Simon's health and her experiences with Parkinson's and skin cancer are available from the source, including her thoughts on navigating life with these conditions.
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Category: parks Published: July 27, 2026 Source: KGNS — Sitewide Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Carly Simon, an iconic singer and songwriter, has shared her private health struggles. The 83-year-old has been living with Parkinson's disease. She also recently underwent surgery for basal cell…
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