Phil Collins farewells fans at final concert: Worsening health

Phil Collins has farewelled fans at his final concert, with worsening health issues forcing him into retirement.

Collins, 71, was joined by bandmates Mike Rutherford and Tony Banks from Genesis for the special moment.

The concert was held in London, with the grateful crowd being treated to Collins' incredible vocals as he sat on stage looking weak and frail.

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Collins and Genesis reunited for 'The Last Domino' tour this year, having been postponed due to the coronavirus pandemic.

The tour came after a 14-year hiatus for the band.

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Collins initially joined the group as a drummer before taking on lead vocals and then forging a successful solo career.

He scored three UK and seven US number-one singles as a solo artist.

Collins, the father of Emily in Paris star Lily Collins, has suffered numerous health issues in recent years.

In 2007 he dislocated the vertebrae in his neck which left him with nerve damage in his hands.

He underwent back surgery in 2015 which left him using a cane, which his Australian fans saw first-hand during his tour down under in 2021.

He was unable to continue playing his beloved drums due to his deteriorating health, with son Nicholas taking over on tour.

It was an emotional moment when Collins stood, supported by his bandmates, at the end of the concert, with many taking to Twitter to express their appreciation for the singer's work.

"Forever grateful to have been able to take my dad to see his all time favourite band on the final night of their final tour. Simply outstanding," writes one.

Another writes: "Last night, I saw Genesis in concert for the first time & also one of their last. It was amazing but also so poignant. Phil Collins was visibly frail, his voice not as powerful as it once was but was still 'there' under it all. He sang his heart out."

One fan tweets: "Phil Collins had his last concert last night and he wasn't able to play the drums. IDK why I'm this emotional about it."

Collin's biggest hits include 'Easy Lover', 'In The Air Tonight', 'Against All Odds' and 'Another Day In Paradise'.

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Published Date: Sun, 27 Mar 2022 20:03:00 GMT