'You're So Vain' Original Singer Carly Simon Confirms Parkinson's Disease Diagnosis

Carly Simon, the acclaimed singer behind the iconic 1972 hit 'You're So Vain,' has publicly disclosed her diagnosis of Parkinson's disease. The 83-year-old artist shared in a statement that she has taken time to process the diagnosis and decide how much of her health journey she wished to reveal.

Simon revealed that in addition to learning to live with Parkinson's, she is also undergoing treatment for basal cell carcinoma, a type of skin cancer. She described the unpredictable nature of Parkinson's, noting that some days are more challenging, affecting her energy levels and ability to engage in daily activities, while other days are more manageable, allowing her to be active, think, create, and feel like herself.

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It has taken me a while to understand this diagnosis, to adjust myself, and to decide to what extent I want to disclose it.

Despite these health battles, Simon has found solace and inspiration in music. She has begun recording a new album, which will be her first collection of new original material since 2008. The album is slated for release on August 14.

Simon, who also won an Academy Award for Best Original Song for 'Let the River Run' from the 1988 film 'Working Girl,' is navigating her health challenges with resilience. Parkinson's disease is a chronic, degenerative neurological disorder that affects the body's motor system, often leading to tremors and movement difficulties. The Parkinson's Foundation estimates that approximately 10 million people worldwide live with the condition.

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Each person's Parkinson's is different and unpredictable, and some days I can barely get out of bed to start my day, and other days are more forgiving, allowing me to be active, to think, to create, and to feel like myself.