Tony Award-winning musician Duncan Sheik hospitalized in critical but stable condition
Singer-songwriter Duncan Sheik is reported to be in critical but stable condition and receiving medical care, according to a statement posted on his Instagram.
Tony Award-winning singer and songwriter Duncan Sheik is reported to be in critical but stable condition and receiving medical care, a statement posted to his Instagram account said on Wednesday evening.
"Duncan is currently receiving medical care and remains in critical but stable condition," the statement read.
The announcement added that further medical details would not be disclosed out of respect for Sheik and his family, and requested privacy while offering to provide updates when appropriate.
Sheik, 56, rose to fame with the 1996 hit "Barely Breathing," which continues to dominate his Spotify catalog. He has released nine studio albums, the latest in 2022, and has earned two Tony Awards for his work on the Broadway musical "Spring Awakening," which also garnered a Grammy for best musical show album. His theatrical credits include scores for productions such as "Alice By Heart," "American Psycho," "The Taming of the Shrew" and "The Secret Life of Bees."
It is not known where he is being treated or what his prognosis may be.