Jazz legend and freedom fighter Hugh Masekela announced that he was battling prostate cancer and that he cancelled all future commitments over the past weekend.
For Immediate Release: RE, Hugh Masekela pic.twitter.com/pokhsyU5XJ
— Dreamcatcher SA (@DreamMMSA) October 7, 2017
The announcement was met with an outpouring of love and support from fellow musicians and South Africans.
We wish him a speedy recovery.
We wish Jazz Legend bra Hugh Masekela a speedy recovery as he continues to fight prostate cancer. Our prayers are with him & his loved ones. pic.twitter.com/fOgtuBOSn1
— Min. Nathi Mthethwa (@NathiMthethwaSA) October 7, 2017
Hate thinking of Bra Hugh Masekela fighting a battle with prostate cancer. He’s another one of those legends you wish could live forever????
— Maps Maponyane (@MapsMaponyane) October 8, 2017
The Legendary! The great! Anka Wuuu… strength and healing to you. #HughMasekela Wena Cancer! #lossdaaiding
— KingOnDaMic (@thandiswamazwai) October 7, 2017
Church folks, please make a special prayer item for our beloved Hugh Masekela in your services today ??????
— Mme a Masakona (@FloMasebe) October 8, 2017