Puerto Rican reggaeton icon Don Omar, affectionately known as the ‘King of Reggaeton,’ has revealed to his 11.6 million Instagram followers that he is battling cancer. At 46 years old, the artist shared an image of his wrist adorned with a hospital bracelet from Orlando Health in Florida, symbolizing his fight against the disease. Don Omar, whose real name is William Omar Landrón, remains hopeful, captioning his post with a defiant message: ‘Today yes, but tomorrow I won’t have cancer. Good intentions are well received. See you soon’. The announcement has not affected the upcoming ‘Back to Reggaeton’ tour, which is set to commence on August 7 across various cities in the United States.The reggaeton community and fans have rallied around Don Omar, offering messages of support and solidarity. Notable figures such as Olga Tañón, Jerry Rivera, and Farruko have extended their well-wishes, reflecting the artist’s significant impact on the genre and its audience. Don Omar’s determination to face his health challenges head-on while continuing to prepare for his tour highlights his unwavering passion for music and performance.
Key points
- Reggaeton star Don Omar announces his cancer diagnosis but remains optimistic about his recovery.
- Fans and fellow artists express their support for Don Omar as he prepares for his upcoming ‘Back to Reggaeton’ tour.
- Despite the health challenge, Don Omar’s tour is set to start on August 7 in the United States.
