Raul Malo is waging an intense fight with advanced cancer. The Mavericks frontman was the subject of a heartfelt two-night tribute at Ryman Auditorium, one of the most hallowed venues in country music. He could not be present due to being hospitalized at the moment. However, you can be sure that Raul Malo, 60, was sincerely touched and very grateful for the supportive efforts of those who ares standing with him during his serious health crisis.
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The gala occasion was titled Dance the Night Away: A 35-Year Musical Legacy Celebrating The Mavericks & Honoring Raul Malo. Per Parade, he posted an emotional message on Facebook that conveyed his feelings.
Malo Made His Thanks Known on Social Media
The musician posted the following from his bed. It's dated December 6. "What an incredible evening to kick off an emotional and already memorable weekend! Thank you all for packing out the house at the Ryman Auditorium & making Night 1 truly special. Night 2 incoming...
We're honored to welcome to the stage for the second show: Cimafunk, Emily West, Hector Tellez Jr, Jaime Hanna, James Otto, Jamey Johnson, Jim Lauderdale, Maggie Rose, Mandy Barnett, Marty Stuart, Nikki Lane, Patty Griffin, Seth Walker, Sweet Lizzy Project, Wade Hayes, Waylon Payne, and Wendy Moten
Again, tonight's show is sold out, but you can still stream the shows on nugs and join us from wherever you are in the world: nugs.net/mavs-dtna
See you soon for the grand finale!"
A snap with the post showed the performers on stage, many holding signs that said, "I STAND UP FOR RAUL MALO."
He Also Got a Bedside Serenade
Malo's wife, Betty, posted a video on Instagram depicting Malo's fellow band members singing to him and playing their instruments at his hospital bedside. She captioned it, "Filling and surrounding @raulmalo01 with love." It was a warm moment of solidarity and support for a country music hitmaker.
Fans and Members of the Music Community Expressed Their Concern and Affection
Many reached out to Malo on social media with messages of gentle compassion and immense fondness.
"Sending all the love in the world. I was fortunate to have met Raul in Australia along with the band. This is just so unbelievable and unexpected. To all of you giving him the best healing vibes bravo to you. Much love Raul"
"We love you Raul & Betty. This is beautiful."
"We send all our Love & Support & Prayers!! Love you so so much Raul!! Bless You!!"
