Grim Reaper are one of the cornerstones of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal movement in the early 80s. Now, frontman Steve Grimmett is in some serious trouble, health wise.
His wife posted yesterday that Steve had taken ill over the weekend at a show:
Hi, everyone.
This is Steve's wife at Reaper HQ. As many of you know, Steve was taken ill at Saturday night's gig and he sung most of it sitting down. After the show, Steve was taken to hospital, where he had an operation to remove an infection from his foot and bones. He is still in hospital in Guayaquil, but this is all I know right now. Once I have more information, I will let you know. Thank you for all your support and kind words. It means a lot.
Millie Grimmett
Sadly, the operation did not go as planned. In a new update, Millie reveals that Steve's foot will be removed, as well as part of his leg.
Update on Steve…..
Unfortunately, the operation didn't work and Steve is currently in the operating theatre having limbs removed. We don't know how much of the leg will need to be removed but Steve is very very ill. He has an aggressive infection that spread very quickly over night.
I am sorry to say the rest of the tour has been cancelled. I am hoping to fly out myself soon and stay with Steve until he is ready to come home so I may meet some of you then.
But don't worry, the voice WILL be back.
Love and hugs. Millie
This is truly an unfortunate situation and our best thoughts are with Steve. Millie has said fans looking to send Steve a get well card can private message the Facebook page for an address.
