Musician Don Omar has revealed that he is battling cancer. On Monday, the 46-year-old reggaeton singer took to Instagram to share with his 11.7 million followers that he has been diagnosed with the disease, uploading a photo of his wrist with a hospital bracelet that reads "Orlando Health.
" "Yes today but tomorrow I will be cancer free. Good intentions are well received." the "Bandoleros" crooner shared in a caption translated from Spanish to English.
"See you all soon." Omar -- born William Omar Landrón Rivera -- ended the post, which has been liked by more than 600,000 people, with a hashtag reading "F**k cancer." In the comments, Omar -- who did not reveal the type of cancer he has or when he received his diagnosis -- received well wishes and prayers from more than 40,000 of his followers, who shared messages of hope and strength with the Puerto Rican-born musician.
"Pa lante we overcome that test because we overcome it master in the name of Jesus 🙏🏻," wrote Puerto Rican singer Farruko. "My lovely boy, you are a warrior of thousands of battles and you will beat this one too for her position!" added Latin singer Olga Tañón. "I love you don Omar!! ❤️ ❤️ God be with you always!! 🙏🙏 Remember that Miracles come down to earth daily!! One of the greatest is for you!! Amen 🙏🙏🙏🙏," responded artist Charytin Goyco.
Omar is currently in the middle of his Back to Reggaeton U.S. tour , which is on hiatus until August, when he will resume performance.
