Natalie Cole hospitalized with Hepatitis C, postpones concert tour

Singer Natalie Cole, who’s been battling Hepatitis C since being diagnosed in July with the liver disease, is in the hospital.

“The combination of the treatment she’s been undergoing and the heavy promotional schedule for her new album took its toll,” Cole's publicist Maureen O’Connor said. “Her doctors decided they needed to put her in the hospital. They expect her to be there for a few days, then she’ll be on a month of bed rest.” She said this setback in Cole's treatment is not considered life-threatening.

Cole was admitted on Sept. 12 in New York City. She called off several in-store appearances, including one scheduled Thursday at a Borders store in Los Angeles, along with a concert tour that was to start Oct. 3 in support of the "Still Unforgettable" album, which was released last week. "All promotions have been put on hold until further notice," according to a statement.

Cole, 58, told Paula Abdul on "Entertainment Tonight" last week that she was going to shave her head because chemotherapy was starting to make her hair fall out.

-- Randy Lewis

Photo by Matthew Rolston 

Comments

[Clearsky54]

We love you Natalie, and we are rooting for a very speedy recovery.

[Iris M. Gross]

If this is another deal like Bernie Mac, I'm gonna be pissed off! And, I'm going to be devastated. We can't lose her, too!

[Sharon Jacobucci]

Natalie, Please take good care of youself. You're a fighter and will be back on your feet in no time. I look forward to seeing you soon. I am keeping you in my thoughts and prayers always. Love ya.

[J. David Williams]

Godspeed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

[dArtery]

Get well soon Natalie.

-dArtery

[Country Boy]

Hang in there girl and get well. America needs you

[chuga]

Hang in there Natalie..our prayers are with you.

[Paul Clarke]

Natalie... you'll be ok. Treatment will be a challenge but keep in mind - momma always said-" you don't have to see the staircase to make the first step". We've already claimed in faith your healing. Come back soon.

[DeeDee Render]

I have been keeping you in my prayers. 1st Peter 2:24 Please read and meditate on this scripture, by his stripes you are healed! You have been in my spirit since the last time you were in Detroit and I saw you backstage at the Music Hall. Stay strong everything is in God's hand and his will for your life. When you come back to Detroit, I will get a chance to spend some time with again.

Peace & Blessings
DeeDee

[pureandsimple]

May the Lord Bless and Keep you in His care, Natalie. You are loved by many!

[philander chatman]

dear natalie
i love you so much and you are in my prayers,for his will shall be done
and you know for yourself that god love's you and will keep you safe
from harm (smile because philander eugene chatman loves you too)
please read the 23rd psalm

love landy