Michael Bolton shares Christmas photo with family months after his brain tumor diagnosis

Michael Bolton celebrated Christmas with his family, almost a year after he announced he had been diagnosed with a brain tumor.

The singer posted a Facebook photo on the couch in front of his family’s Christmas tree on Dec. 25.

“Sending warm wishes for a holiday season filled with peace, love, and joy. May the New Year bring health, happiness, and countless moments to cherish,” Bolton wrote in the caption. “Here’s to fresh starts and beautiful moments in 2025!”

In January, Bolton, 71, revealed he experienced some health challenges before the holidays in 2023 and had “immediate surgery” after he had been diagnosed with a brain tumor.

“Thanks to my incredible medical team, the surgery was a success,” he wrote in an Instagram post on Jan. 5.

He added that he planned to spend the next few months recovering with his family, meaning he would have to take a “temporary break from touring.”

“It is always the hardest thing for me to ever disappoint my fans or postpone a show, but have no doubt I am working hard to accelerate my recovery and get back to performing soon,” he said.

In March, he shared an update on his condition on social media.

“Hi everyone, just a quick update that I am healing well and doing better every day,” he said. “I’ve been enjoying the company of my daughters and grandkids during this time at home, and practicing on my putting green whenever it’s not raining!”

Bolton thanked his fans for their kind messages of support, and added that he hoped to see his fans soon.

“With lots of time, love and tenderness,” he signed the message.