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René Froger had stepped back from his duties after being diagnosed with myositis, putting The Toppers’ planned 2027 concerts under pressure. Gerard Joling discussed Froger’s health for the first time on NPO Radio 5.
Joling said The Toppers are not finished, while commenting on the condition of Froger, his fellow group member and friend.
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René Froger recently announced that he had been diagnosed with an autoimmune disease and is focusing fully on his recovery. He remains closely involved with the Toppers. At the presentation of his biography, Frans Duijts said he would like to replace Froger if Froger called him.
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Danny Froger said that his father, René Froger, had put his work on hold because of the muscle disease myositis. He said that René’s health was now the family’s priority and that he wanted his father, as a grandfather and father, to be there for a long time.
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Danny Froger, 38, reportedly gave an extensive update on the health of his father, singer René Froger, 65. René Froger has an autoimmune disease and stepped back several weeks ago, while the uncertainty surrounding the illness has been difficult for him and his family. The available account does not provide further details about René Froger’s current condition or treatment.