Singer, translator and composer Jan Rot is terminally ill. He writes that down social media. In May, a tumor was removed from his stomach and intestines during an operation. A new scan has shown that full recovery is not possible, writes 63-year-old Rot. “I’m not getting any better. Metastases everywhere.”
The musician writes that he will continue to perform until he “drops”. In September he hopes with the performance OK.Boomer to be in the theatre. “And meanwhile learning to accept the blow for my beautiful family with a lot of love, peace and a bit of gallows humor. Just like the blow to friends, family, fans and followers.”
The many reactions to his message show the appreciation for Rot. People wish the singer strength and thank him for his lyrics and the many translations.
Jan Rot wrote music for Rob de Nijs, Boudewijn de Groot and Henny Vrienten, among others. In total, he has more than 800 songs to his name. He has also translated numerous musicals, including Hair in Hello, Dolly! Rot won in 2016 the Annie MG Schmidt Prize for his song Suppose it could.
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