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Avril Lavigne
Avril Lavigne


Background information
Birth name Avril Ramona Lavigne
Born September 27, 1984
Born place Belleville, Ontario, Canada
Origin Belleville, Ontario, Canada
Genre(s) Pop Rock
Pop punk
Years active 2002—present
Label(s) Arista Records
RCA Records
Associated acts Evan Taubenfeld
Deryck Whibley
Website Website



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TV On The Radio's Bassist Gerard Smith Diagnosed With Lung Cancer

March 15, 2011
TV On The Radio's Bassist Gerard Smith Diagnosed With Lung CancerTV On The Radio's bassist Gerard Smith has been diagnosed with lung cancer, it has been confirmed.

The band, who are due to release their new album 'Nine Types Of Light' on April 12, confirmed the news about Smith in a statement on their website.

"Upon the completion of Nine Types of Light, Gerard was diagnosed with lung cancer. As a result, he has been undergoing treatment and will be unable to participate in the upcoming tour. Gerard is fortunate enough to have health insurance and is receiving excellent medical care."

"Already we have seen dramatic results. Combine that with Gerard's legendarily willful disposition and it might just be cancer that has the problem. We appreciate your concern and support for Gerard and his family."

Smith will not be joining TV On The Radio on their upcoming tour whilst he undergoes treatment.

(by Holly Frith)



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