The great metal frontman, 67, known for his work with Rainbow, Black Sabbath, Heaven and Hell and of course, Dio, was diagnosed recently and is being treated at the Mayo Clinic.
His wife and manager, Wendy Dio, released the following statement to Blabbermouth.net:
"Ronnie has been diagnosed with the early stages of stomach cancer. We are starting treatment immediately at the Mayo Clinic. After he kills this dragon, Ronnie will be back on stage, where he belongs, doing what he loves best, performing for his fans.
"Long live rock and roll, long live Ronnie James Dio.
"Thanks to all the friends and fans from all over the world that have sent well wishes. This has really helped to keep his spirit up."
Dio have cancelled their current touring plans which included a tour with Whitesnake.
We wish Ronnie a speedy recovery and our prayers our with him, and his family--hands held high, index and pinkie extended. And if you really want to touch his spirit, crank up Heaven and Hell's The Devil You Know, one of the best metal albums of 2009.
Rock on, Ronnie. Get well soon.
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