Jack Russell (formerly of Great White) was diagnosed with Lewy body dementia and states his retirement from live performances

Jack Russell, the former singer of Great White, has announced his retirement from touring, according to Pollstar.

It is with the heaviest of hearts that I must announce my retirement from the road. After a recent diagnosis of Lewy body dementia and multiple system atrophy in May 2024, I am unable to perform at the level I desire and at the level you deserve. Words cannot express my gratitude for the many years of memories, love and support. Thank you for letting me live my dreams.

After Alzheimer’s disease, Lewy body dementia (LBD) is the second most common cause of neurodegenerative dementia. Lewy body dementia affects one’s capacity for problem-solving, memory, and decision-making. Muscle and motor weakness and stiffness have resulted from it. Additionally, it may result in hallucinations and disturbed sleep. Because Lewy body dementia shares early characteristics with Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease, it is sometimes mistaken as those conditions. Autopsy results after comedian and actor Robin Williams committed suicide in August 2014 showed he had LBD.

Gatekeeper Press has just published Russell’s long-awaited autobiography, now titled “The True Tale Of Mista Bone: A Rock + Roll Narrative”.

It was written by Katelyn Louise “K.L.” Doty and includes insightful comments from Eric Singer, Eddie Trunk, John Kalodner, Kip Winger, and others, along with a heartfelt foreword by Lita Ford. The book is available in hardcover, print, and e-book formats, and features a cover photo by renowned rock photographer Mark Weiss. Click here to learn more.