Mel Tillis Recovering From Surgery

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As news traveled on Friday that Mel Tillis (83) was recovering from surgery in Nashville, reports varied, some stating that Tillis was struggling after colon surgery.

However, later on Friday, Don Grubbs, publicist for Tillis stated that “Doctors said he’s doing fine and on the right track. He’s awake and watching television.”

Tillis’ daughter Carrie Tillis posted on her Facebook page,”For all concerned… sorry you had to see the rapid fire leak in the news. We didn’t have the luxury of privacy and before you know it… someone decided to be a publicist… thats the way it goes. On the flip side of that… we know everybody loves Dad and the intent is nothing but the best. Please know he is in the absolute best care… my sisters and brother and I are all here and of course when appropriate will let you know what is really going on. And everybody that knows him knows you can’t keep him down. Expect the best! Keep the good thoughts and prayers coming. Love to all”

On Tuesday, Country Music Cruise posted on their Facebook that Tillis needed emergency colon surgery.

“We regret that Mel Tillis will not be joining us on the Country Music Cruise 2016.
Mel has had to have emergency colon surgery. We have been told that he is doing fine, but will need several weeks of recovery time. We wish him a full and speedy recovery and hope he can join us on a future cruise.”

We spoke to Mel Tillis in 2015 when he performed at the Franklin Theatre, read our story below. Mel Tillis Talks Franklin Theatre Show