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Oak Ridge Boys Singer Richard Sterban Reveals Pancreatic Cancer Battle, Asks for Prayers
Sterling Whitaker
Published: September 25, 2025
Legendary Oak Ridge Boys singer Richard Sterban has revealed a very serious health battle, but he says with prayers from his fans, he plans to return to work as soon as he can.
What Is Richard Sterban's Health News?
"In March of this year, I was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer,” the Country Music Hall of Famer says in a statement.
“But I am under the care of the best cancer doctors in the country and, with the help of the Good Lord above, I believe I will be able to get through this.”
Who Is Richard Sterban?
Sterban has been a member of the Oak Ridge Boys since 1972. Most famously, that's his voice singing the iconic bass parts on "Elvira."
He's been off the road and recovering since mid-May, while Aaron McCune and Tim Duncan have been filling in for him on the Oak Ridge Boys' 2025 tour dates.
What Has Richard Sterban Sai
What Has Richard Sterban Said About His Cancer Diagnosis?
“I want to thank everyone, especially the fans, for your concern, and I would appreciate your continued prayers," the singer states. "Most days I’m feeling very good, and I hope to be back out on the road in several months.”
Sterban most recently appeared with the Oak Ridge Boys at the Academy of Country Music Awards in May.
Are the Oak Ridge Boys Retiring?
The beloved country vocal group announced that they would retire from the road in September of 2023, when they revealed their American Made: Farewell Tour.
They initially had dates scheduled through December of 2024, but the group wasn't done yet.
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Oak Ridge Boys Singer Reveals Pancreatic Cancer Battle
Legendary Oak Ridge Boys singer Richard Sterban has revealed a very serious health battle, but he says with prayers from his fans, he plans to return to work.
https://tasteofcountry.com/oak-ridge-boys-richard-sterban-pancreatic-cancer/?utm_source=tsmclip&utm_medium=referral
