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Country star Raul Malo shared that his battle against stage IV colon cancer has "taken a turn," revealing he was recently diagnosed with a rare complication of the disease.

On Wednesday, the 60-year-old Mavericks frontman, who first disclosed his cancer diagnosis in June 2024, announced on social media that he had developed leptomeningeal disease (LMD). According to the Cleveland Clinic, LMD is an incurable condition in which cancer cells spread from an advanced cancer to the cerebrospinal fluid and the membranes around the brain and spinal cord.

In an Instagram post, Malo explained that The Mavericks canceled their remaining 2025 tour dates, except for two December shows, so he can focus on his health.

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