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Ross 'The Boss' Friedman Reveals ALS Diagnosis, Shares Heartfelt Gratitude

2/10/2026

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Ross 'The Boss' Friedman, guitarist for The Dictators and Manowar, has ALS, announced February 9.
Months of weakness in his hands and legs were initially attributed to minor strokes.
Despite diet and therapy, his health continued to decline.
Friedman expressed gratitude for fan and loved-one support, saying, "It crushes me not to be able to play guitar."

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Ross 'The Boss' Friedman, guitarist for The Dictators and Manowar, has ALS, announced February 9.
Months of weakness in his hands and legs were initially attributed to minor strokes.
Despite diet and therapy, his health continued to decline.
Friedman expressed gratitude for fan and loved-one support, saying, "It crushes me not to be able to play guitar."