New Order keyboardist Gillian Gilbert says she is living with cancer and is again receiving treatment. The 65-year-old made the announcement on Instagram, describing it as a response to earlier public comments that led people to question the health of her husband and bandmate, drummer Stephen Morris.
According to multiple outlets, Morris had previously told Rolling Stone that he had a “health problem” that would limit travel, prompting concern among fans. Several reports say Gilbert later clarified that Morris is well and that the serious condition was being misunderstood. NME and other outlets describe her statement as a correction to misinterpreted remarks.
Outlets also note that Gilbert thanks supporters for their concern and requests privacy while she continues treatment. Some reports add that New Order’s South American tour is expected to continue, even if she is not able to participate, though the specific impact on dates and performances is not consistently detailed across the coverage.
