Morten Harket, the iconic frontman of the Norwegian band A-ha, has been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease. The 65-year-old singer revealed his diagnosis in a statement on the band's official website, saying he had kept it private for a while to maintain "peace and quiet" and prevent his system from going into decline.

Harket underwent two brain surgeries at the Mayo Clinic in June and December 2024 to manage his symptoms, which have impacted his voice. "The problems with my voice are one of many grounds for uncertainty about my creative future," he said. "I don't feel like singing, and for me, that's a sign."

The singer is unsure if he will be able to continue singing, but plans to "listen to the professionals" to determine what comes next in his treatment journey. He also urged them not to worry about him, saying he's being taken care of.

Harket's Parkinson's disease has been a "never-ending rollercoaster ride," according to the band's biographer Jan Omdahl. The musician requires "round-the-clock effort" to balance his medication, signals from the electrodes in his brain, sleep, blood sugar, and his mindset.

Parkinson's disease is a progressive brain disorder that affects the nervous system, causing unintended or uncontrollable movements, muscle stiffness, difficulty with balance and coordination, and other symptoms that worsen over time.

Harket joins a list of celebrities who have opened up about their battles with Parkinson's disease, including Michael J. Fox, Ozzy Osbourne, Billy Connolly, Linda Ronstadt, Ed Begley Jr., and more.

A-ha's Success and Morten Harket's Passion

A-ha was formed in 1982 by Harket, Paul Waaktaar-Savoy, and Magne Furuholmen. The band had global success following their debut album Hunting High and Low, which featured the megahit "Take On Me."

Harket's passion for singing and his other creative pursuits are evident in his statement, where he says, "I see singing as my responsibility, and at certain moments, I think it's absolutely fantastic that I get to do it. But I've got other passions too, I have other things that are just as big a part of me, that are just as necessary and true."

For now, Harket is telling fans "don't worry about me" and explained that he's going to "listen to the professionals" about what's next in his treatment journey.

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