Close-up photo montage of Raphael and his son, Manuel Martos; both with serious faces.
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Manuel Martos Breaks His Silence and Admits the Rumor About Raphael: 'That's the Truth'

The son of the Andalusian artist has once again acted as the family's spokesperson to reveal how the singer is doing.


These days there has been speculation that Raphael's medical treatment is yielding good results. Now his son, Manuel Martos, has broken his silence to confirm that rumor.

The young man has admitted that everything is going very well. However, when asked if his father will return to the stage this year, he stated: “We don't know anything. That's the truth.”

Manuel Martos with a beard and brown hair smiles in front of a dark background with white text.
Manuel Martos has been the latest to provide information about his father's condition | Europa Press

Manuel Martos decides to speak and confirms the rumor about Raphael

Raphael was diagnosed in December 2024 with a primary brain lymphoma, news that shocked the music world and his fans. Since then, he has been undergoing rigorous treatment to combat the disease. According to Informalia, it is bearing fruit, with the disappearance of one of the two brain nodules and a significant reduction of the other.

Today, Manuel Martos was asked about it by a Europa Press team and confirmed the news of the good results. So much so that he stated: “Everything is going well. The only thing we can say is that everything is going very well, which is the most important and the only important thing.”

Medium shot of a smiling Manuel Martos in a dark jacket being interviewed on the street by a Europa Press microphone.
Manuel Martos has confirmed that Raphael's progress is positive | Europa Press

Manuel Martos talks about Raphael's possible return to the stage

Despite these encouraging news, Manuel Martos has been cautious when talking about his father's professional future. When asked if Raphael could return to the stage this year, he replied: “Regarding the rest, we can't say anything. And we don't know anything, that's the truth.”

Singer Raphael during his performance at the Maestranza, on September 15, 2023, in Seville.
Manuel Martos has stated that he doesn't know when his father will sing again | Europa Press

Since his diagnosis, Raphael has stayed away from the media spotlight, focusing on his treatment and recovery. His family members have been his main support during this time and have kept fans informed about his health status. An example is the statements made today by his son Manuel Martos, which convey positivity.

Although the future is uncertain, the news about the improvement of the artist from Linares is a reason for hope. His family continues to appreciate the support and asks for patience while the singer recovers. For now, his health is the priority, and his possible return to the stage will be evaluated in due time.

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