‘I had chemo brain’ Black Eyed Peas’ Taboo reveals cancer battle
In a move which he hopes will inspire others, Black Eyed Peas member Taboo has revealed that he underwent 12 weeks of chemotherapy after being diagnosed with cancer in 2014.
In an interview with People magazine, the 41-year-old rapper explained that he was dealt the devastating blow when he admitted himself to hospital with what he assumed was a bout of flu.
Unfortunately for the popular star, doctors diagnosed Taboo with stage 2 testicular cancer – a diagnosis which required an aggressive form of chemotherapy.
"It all started with a pain in my back and abdomen," he said "The very next day I went into surgery to have the 'mother ship' removed. But my fight had just begun."
Stunned by his band mate's diagnosis, will.i.am did his utmost to support Taboo, with the latter explaining: "Will.i.am instantly reached out to a great doctor who helped me figure out a treatment plan. I was racing against the clock."
Proud to call @TabBep an @AmericanCancer Partner. He's a survivor bringing encouragement to those fighting cancer. Watch and RT! pic.twitter.com/qcljAwiATd
— American Cancer Soc (@AmericanCancer) November 17, 2016
While Taboo explained that there were times when he wanted to give up, he sought inspiration from individuals who had gone through the same experience and focussed his attention on music.
"I began channelling my energy into the thing that keeps me alive and spirited: music. I wanted to share my story and inspire others like those who had inspired me."
Two years after his journey began, Taboo has confirmed he is officially cancer-free and has used his experience to to help others.
"By the grace of God I'm alive and along with my partner @americancancersociety we are gonna help millions of people going thru the same fight I went thru," he tweeted.
