Phil Collins is alive, and he is set to be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame as a solo artist on Saturday, Nov. 14, despite a death rumor circulating online this week.
Google searches such as "did Phil Collins die" and "Phil Collins death" have climbed in recent hours. JubileeCast found no credible report that the 75-year-old has died.
Italian outlet DiLei reported that the rumor appears to have started with a black-and-white image styled like a memorial card. A small birthday greeting on the picture suggested it was a birthday tribute shared out of context. Collins' birthday is Jan. 30.
Collins has been speaking publicly ahead of the ceremony. In a video for the Hall of Fame, he said he has a fully working studio at home, with finished and half-finished songs. On touring, he said, "I never say exactly never," though he does not see a handful of shows making financial sense. No tour or album has been announced.
He also said the last two or three years have been profound for him and his children, and that having them watch him accept the award will be very special.
Collins will not perform at the ceremony. It will be taped in Los Angeles and air in December on ABC and Disney+.
His last concert was March 26, 2022, at London's O2 Arena, the final show of Genesis' farewell tour. He sang seated while his son Nic played drums. In August, he spoke about a near-death health scare in 2024.
JubileeCast joins fans in praying for Collins' continued health as he receives one of music's highest honors.
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