At 75, Phil Collins spoke with rare candor about the consequences of his alcohol addiction. The former Genesis singer and drummer recounted experiencing an extremely serious medical crisis in 2024, to the point that his loved ones believed he wouldn't survive. The artist explained that his children were called to his bedside to say a final goodbye, while doctors considered the most critical decisions regarding his care. He himself claims to have no memory of those moments.
Seven months of hospitalization following multiple organ failure
Phil Collins recounts that his condition deteriorated sharply after a relapse into alcoholism. His kidneys and several organs gradually ceased to function, leading to a hospitalization that lasted nearly seven months. : “People came to say goodbye to me. But I don’t remember it. I had no idea what was happening. Everyone thought I didn’t have much time left. Decisions had to be made about whether to keep me alive. I was extremely lucky to make it through.”
An addiction that developed over the years
The musician had previously spoken about his struggles with alcohol, particularly after personal and family hardships. He acknowledged that his drinking had become excessive, even to the point of drinking wine first thing in the morning, before his health deteriorated significantly. Since that episode, Phil Collins maintains that he hasn't consumed a single drop of alcohol.
His health remains fragile
Having already faced numerous health problems in recent years, Phil Collins suffers from neurological aftereffects, difficulty moving, and several other conditions that forced him to end his performing career. He now lives with the constant assistance of a home nurse and continues his rehabilitation.
An incredible career despite the hardships
A major figure in British music, Phil Collins has influenced several generations with Genesis and then as a solo artist thanks to songs like In the Air Tonight, Against All Odds, Another Day in Paradise or, You'll Be in My HeartDespite the serious consequences of his health problems, he continues to share his story and his journey of recovery, stating that he has been sober since this ordeal that almost cost him his life.
