
Guitarist was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in March 2025 and undergoes treatment
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Tony Bellotto was diagnosed with a tumor on his pancreas in March 2025, following routine examinations. He underwent surgery and chemotherapy sessions, temporarily stepping away from the stage. The show in São José dos Campos celebrates the 40th anniversary of the album Cabeça Dinossauro.
The absence was announced by the band itself on social media this Friday afternoon (6). According to the statement, the musician will not be able to participate in the performance due to medical advice.
Despite Bellotto's absence, the show is confirmed and will be performed by musicians Sérgio Britto, Branco Mello, Beto Lee, Mario Fabre and Alexandre de Orio.
In the publication, the Titãs team wished the guitarist a speedy recovery and stated that he will be back on stage at the next shows. The presentation in São José dos Campos celebrates the 40th anniversary of the album "Cabeça Dinossauro".
Tony Bellotto was diagnosed with a pancreas tumor in March 2025, after undergoing routine examinations. At the time, the guitarist announced that he would need to undergo surgery and temporarily step away from the stage.
In an interview published by the newspaper O Globo this Thursday (5), Tony Bellotto spoke about recovering from pancreatic cancer. At 66 years old, the guitarist said that he underwent surgery and chemotherapy sessions and that he is currently doing well, without undergoing chemotherapy at the moment, but is still undergoing treatment to control the disease.
He also stated that he was able to resume his routine, including shows with the Titãs, writing and practicing physical exercise.
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