• Donald Glover revealed he had a stroke last year during a performance in Los Angeles.
• The health scare forced him to cancel his 2024 tour shortly after it began.
• Glover also disclosed that doctors found a hole in his heart, requiring two surgeries.
• He expressed feelings of disappointment for not meeting fans’ expectations.

Donald Glover, who performs under the name Childish Gambino, opened up about his health struggles, revealing that he had a stroke last year which forced him to cancel his tour. He shared this information during a performance at Tyler, the Creator's Camp Flog Gnaw festival in Los Angeles, explaining that he experienced severe headaches which prompted a hospital visit where he was diagnosed. "I had a really bad pain in my head in Louisiana and I did the show anyway," Glover stated, highlighting his determination despite his condition, according to SFGate and CBS News.

During the performance, Glover expressed his deep disappointment for canceling the remainder of his tour, lamenting that he has yet to perform in Ireland, a promise he made to his fans. "You got one life, guys, and I gotta be honest, the life I've lived with you guys has been such a blessing," he said, referring to the experience he shares with his audience. He also mentioned that doctors found a hole in his heart, resulting in two surgeries that he has undergone. His candid remarks resonated with fans and were widely circulated on social media, according to BBC.

Glover's health issues have prompted discussions not only about his roles as an artist but also about the importance of physical wellness. Following the announcement of his health struggles, he postponed his tour in September 2024, initially citing the need to focus on his "physical health for a few weeks," but later he was compelled to cancel the entire tour due to ongoing health concerns. His statement on stage underscored both his vulnerability and his appreciation for life, as he humorously noted, "If this life is the flavour, as soon as I'm done, give me another scoop," according to SFGate, CBS News, and BBC.