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The Jam’s Bruce Foxton Diagnosed with Parkinson’s, Halts Touring

7/2/2026

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Bruce Foxton, bassist and co-founding member of The Jam, announced he has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease.
He revealed the diagnosis emerged from scans performed during ongoing cancer treatment.
He postponed shows in Kidderminster and Lincoln after a chest infection and extreme heat forced cancellations.
He denied hospitalisation, rested at home, and will step back from touring with From The Jam.

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Bruce Foxton, bassist and co-founding member of The Jam, announced he has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease.
He revealed the diagnosis emerged from scans performed during ongoing cancer treatment.
He postponed shows in Kidderminster and Lincoln after a chest infection and extreme heat forced cancellations.
He denied hospitalisation, rested at home, and will step back from touring with From The Jam.