John Prine has Been Diagnosed with Coronavirus on Thursday and is in Critical Condition
On March 19, John Prine’s wife, Fiona Whelan Prine tested positive for COVID-19 and had been quarantined in her home apart from Prine. On March 17, she revealed her and her husbands condition stating that they were following protocol. Although Fiona’s test came back positive, Johh Prine’s Coronavirus test was indeterminate at that time. Additionally, Fiona asked for prayers for one another and begged everyone to stay safe and at home.
“This would not be a good virus for him to get, or anyone like him in his age group and with the underlying health conditions.”
– Fiona Prine
On Thursday, March 26th, John Prine was hospitalized upon a rush of Coronavirus symptoms. Prine had already battled cancer in his left lung and neck in 1998 and in 2019, alongside other health issues. His squamous cell cancer permanently deepened his voice.
“He was intubated Saturday evening, and continues to receive care, but his situation is critical.”
– Family Instagram Statement
To many, Prine is a beloved American country folk singer and songwriter. He was born in Maywood, Illinois and learned to play guitar at the age of 14. After serving in Germany, he moved back to Chicago and worked as a mailman as he wrote and sang songs.
John Prine Performing “Paradise” on the Johnny Cash Show, a song about his memories from Kentucky with his father:
He wad discovered by Kris Kristofferson which ultimately led him to his career. Prine has written nearly 20 studio albums. Undoubtedly, he wrote several songs famed by other artists such as David Allan Coe’s “You Never Even Call Me By My Name” and Bonnie Rait’s Angel from Montgomery. Additionally, has won two Grammys during his career. In 2018, he was nominated for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
John Prine & Kentucky Artist Sturgill Simpson:
Before the onset of the virus, Prine was scheduled to perform in summer shows starting in May. Prine lives in Nashville, TN with his wife , Fiona, and has 3 sons, a daughter in law, and a grandson. His music has inspired many artists, including Kasey Musgraves, several of which are now spreading love and prayers all over the internet after hearing the news.
Everybody pray for @JohnPrineMusic ♥️ To say he’s special to me is an extreme understatement https://t.co/28nvKonaYs
— K A C E Y (@KaceyMusgraves) March 30, 2020
As of Sunday, the Coronavirus has killed more than 32,000 people worldwide. It is unfortunate that the new’s of Prine’s diagnosis came just shortly after country singer Joe Diffie died at 61 from complications due to the virus also.
