At Last singer Etta James is terminally ill according to her 24-hour-care doctor. She has been battling leukemia, dementia and kidney failure for several years and it is almost the end of the road.

From what I have read it looks like the doctor took it upon herself to tell the world about the severity of Etta's condition. Did Etta want her to tell people? It is not really apparent to me. She did give the information to the press after a court hearing that is dealing with Etta's estate and who will be in charge, but still.

I rather just go out quietly, you know. Let people reminisce and stuff after I am gone.

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