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Stephen Stills Diagnosed With Prostate Cancer

Stephen Stills has been diagnosed with prostate cancer, according to Crosby, Stills and Nash bandmate Graham Nash. In a telephone interview with the 'Larry King Live' show on Monday, Nash said Stills is scheduled to undergo an operation on January 3, which is also his 63rd birthday.

The announcement was made just one day after Dan Fogelberg passed away from the disease. "Unlike Danny (Fogelberg), who left it too long to be seriously checked, Stephen found his at an early stage," Nash told King.

There has been no formal comment from Stills' management team.

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Mark

I watched CSN perform at Ironstone Amphetiater last week. They were fantastic and Stephen Stills plays a mean f ing guitar. Stephen, you are my hero. Be well and I will see you a third time.

Mark in Merced, CA.

June 13 2010 at 10:17 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Steve

Graham must be getting desperate in his old age. Stephen Stills had requested that his medical condition remain private. Graham couldn't resist trashing an old friend just to get his voice heard on Larry King Live. Very sad, Graham. Pathetic. No class man. Is this how you wanted to be remembered? I would be surprised to see them on stage together again.

January 19 2008 at 10:08 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
t-bone

I've been a Stills fan for a very long time and have had the pleasure of seeing him many times, both solo and with various mixes with David,Graham and Neil. One of my favorite cats from the days, I wish you well and hope you're back playing soon. PEACE!!!!!

January 14 2008 at 12:29 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Steve \"Guitarr\" Smarr

Back in the mid to late 60's (sounds like middle earth) I guess I was around 11 or 12 years old when I first heard "For What It's Worth". I was immediately hooked and have followed your career ever since. Your remarkable body of work continues to be a huge influence on me as a casual musician and as a human being. The way you fashion a lyric, the way you sing, the way you play guitar, the ways you have contributed to so many generations all create one of the most amazing talents of all time. You are a National Treasure. There's still plenty of work to be done. So, listen to your Doctors and get well because I want to see and hear the "Virtual Beachboy Singing Country Blues" for a long time to come.

December 22 2007 at 11:33 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Chuck Gallagher

Having been diagnosed with prostate cancer at age 47, I know full well that early detection is key to winning the battle with prostate cancer. Some aren't so lucky. With Dan Fogelberg passing and witnessing the death of my father-in-law from advanced prostate cancer - the best I can say to all men is be tested early and often. Good luck to Stephen! Again, as a professional speaker, http://www.chuckgallagher.com - had I not found out early (quite by accident) I would now be facing the fate of the late Dan Fogelberg. Do not let a simple blood test stand in the way of your health.

December 19 2007 at 10:34 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Burgo

Damn, this really sucks. I just saw them perform on Saturday, and even thought to myself then that Stephen was not looking a well man.
Best wishes man. We need you.

December 19 2007 at 8:15 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Albert Mendoza

I recently heard about the diagnosed. I am 53 and have listened to and enjoyed your music throughout the years. One of my firat albums was Buffalo Springfield. I have purchased the album three times due to many playings.
I know you will be OK and will contine to give beautiful music. My wife loves you. Best wishes and Merry Christmas. Say HI to Graham and David.
Thanks

December 19 2007 at 6:16 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply