Genesis Phil Collins

Phil Collins has had multiple health complications during Genesis' final tour, and Mike Rutherford says his bandmate is happier at home these days.

I think just generally for me, I don’t know if I want to go out on the road anymore”. The last Genesis gig took place in March of 2022, with Collins remarking from the stage (via And it’s the last show for Genesis… It’s the last stop of our tour. [CNN](https://www.cnn.com/2021/09/09/entertainment/phil-collins-health/index.html)), “I’d love to, but you know, I mean, I can barely hold a stick with this hand. On the group’s farewell tour, Collins would sing and be seen walking with a stick to move around.

Phil Collins suffered injured vertebrae in his upper neck, which led to crippling nerve damage, and is also battling acute pancreatitis.

"But I actually found on my recent solo tours, it didn’t get in the way; the audience was still listening and responding. [The Guardian](https://www.theguardian.com/music/2021/sep/17/genesis-prog-phil-collins-health-final-tour) : "I don’t do anything at all. "After a successful operation on my neck, my hands still can't function normally. I don’t practise singing at home, not at all. tour last year. [reunited for the last time](https://www.mirror.co.uk/3am/celebrity-news/phil-collins-bids-farewell-fans-26566381) for The Last Domino?

Collins suffered a spinal injury in 2007 and has struggled to perform in recent years, appearing on stage in a wheelchair to sing and play the tambourine during ...

Like his dad, but a bit different.” I think he’s enjoying his time at home.” Speaking about Collins’ condition, Rutherford said: “As you know, Phil is a bit...

Genesis star Mike Rutherford has shared a heartbreaking update about his bandmate Phil Collins who has been plagued by several health issues in recent ...

The [Genesis](/latest/genesis) co-founder also reflected on [Phil](/latest/phil-collins)'s health as the 72-year-old musician suffers from Type 2 diabetes, acute pancreatitis and nerve damage. [BBC Breakfast](/latest/bbc-breakfast) to discuss his band, Mike and the Mechanics, gearing up for a tour. Mike also reflected on how the music industry has changed during his lifetime and admitted there "weren't many bands in our day" so it was "kind of easy". He felt Nick gave a "new energy" to the band and described the 21-year-old as very professional. Mike explained: "On stage for the last tour it was really lovely to have the two of them side by side." The star reflected on performing his last gigs as part of the beloved band and described it as "the end of a wonderful time" with Phil.

Genesis star Mike Rutherford has revealed his bandmate Phil Collins is more immobile than he used to be, amid ongoing health struggles.

[would likely be his](https://metro.co.uk/2021/09/20/phil-collins-says-next-genesis-tour-will-be-his-last-after-health-issues-15284586/) [last tour ](https://metro.co.uk/2021/09/20/phil-collins-says-next-genesis-tour-will-be-his-last-after-health-issues-15284586/)as he continues to battle health issues. [Gary Lineker ‘doesn’t fear suspension by BBC’ as he stands by Nazi Germany comments](https://metro.co.uk/2023/03/09/gary-lineker-doesnt-fear-bbc-suspension-over-nazi-germany-comments-18412599/?ico=more_text_links) [postponed last year](https://metro.co.uk/2021/01/22/genesis-forced-to-postpone-reunion-tour-until-autumn-13950580/) due to the coronavirus pandemic. [ ‘barely able’ to hold a drumstick](https://metro.co.uk/2021/09/09/phil-collins-shares-health-update-i-can-barely-hold-a-drumstick-15232436/) in one of his hands. [ his last ever Genesis show in March 2022](https://metro.co.uk/2021/11/30/phil-collins-performs-at-genesis-concert-from-a-chair-amid-ill-health-15691884/). [Genesis](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/30/phil-collins-and-genesis-sell-music-rights-for-300000000-17479119/) star Mike Rutherford has revealed his bandmate [Phil Collins](https://metro.co.uk/tag/phil-collins/?ico=auto_link_entertainment_P1_LNK1) is more immobile than he used to be, amid ongoing health struggles.

Genesis guitarist Mike Rutherford has given a health update on 'immobile' bandmate Phil Collins after his son stepped in for him on the band's final tour.

I think just generally for me, I don’t know if I want to go out on the road anymore”. And it’s the last show for Genesis… Advertisement

Phil Collins' bandmate Mike Rutherford has issued a health updated on his former Genesis bandmate. The iconic musician suffered a spinal injury in 2007 and ...

Genesis's international fame also allowed Collins to enjoy a successful solo career of his own, concurrently with his work with the band. After a long search for a replacement vocalist, Collins stepped in for studio sessions for new material and, eventually, agreed to take on the role full-time, starting with 1976 album A Trick of the Tail. However, Gabriel announced his shock departure from the already-well-known progressive rock group to pursue a solo career in 1975, with many assuming the band would dissipate without his charisma leading from the front. tour last year after being forced to cancel shows during the pandemic. He said: "Phil is much more immobile than he used to be, which is a shame but at the tour, he was in good spirits and he’s fine now at home, enjoying life. He’s worked so hard over the years, I think he’s enjoying his time at home."

Phil Collins' bandmate has given fans a health update after the star retired from performing in March 2022.

I think he’s enjoying his time at home." "He’s fine now at home, enjoying life. "As you know, Phil is a bit…