Last year, a string of Aslan concerts were cancelled due to Christy Dignam’s health.
Now his family have shared a statement about the singer’s condition.
The family confirmed that he has been in palliative care since December.
In a statement from Christy and his wife Kathryn, their daughter Kiera, son-in-law Darren, and grandchildren explained that he is now at home under their care.
“In July 2022, Christy was admitted to Beaumont Hospital and spent the next six months in the care of the Haematology and Cardiac Care team,” the statement read.
“Since December, Christy has been at home and is being cared for lovingly by family, with the support of a palliative care team.
“The Dignam family thanks everyone for keeping Christy in their thoughts and prayers and asks for privacy at this time.”
Last year the band was forced to cancel their 40th-anniversary show due to Christy’s health. It had been hoped that they would be able to perform later this year.
Over the summer Christy joined forces with Virgin Media to create a new documentary that sheds light on the realities of the Ukrainian people who arrived in Ireland in recent months.
“It was really humbling. It was an amazing experience,” he told VIP Magazine ahead of the documentary being released.
