Hubert-Félix Thiéfaine, a 78-year-old French singer, has launched a farewell tour after being diagnosed with an incurable disease, as reported by multiple sources. The tour will begin on October 3 in Lannion, Côtes-d'Armor, and is expected to conclude on June 5, 2027, in Reims. Thiéfaine’s wife, Francine, and his eldest son, Hugo, confirmed the diagnosis to Paris Match, explaining that the illness is progressive and currently has no cure. Available treatments only slow its progression, though the outcome remains inevitable. Following the completion of his previous tour in September 2024, Thiéfaine began displaying unfamiliar behaviors and reactions, which were initially thought to be a result of post-tour depression. However, after several examinations at the University Hospital Center in Dijon, the family confirmed that Thiéfaine has an evolving, incurable disease. The illness is not cancer, they clarified. The farewell tour, titled Des adieux..., consists of approximately forty dates and is intended as a final tribute to his public. Thiéfaine’s son, Lucas, 33, is playing drums alongside three other musicians. The family emphasized that the tour is being planned with spaced-out dates and manageable travel to accommodate his health condition. They noted that the disease progresses slowly, and they are approaching the situation as a family, just as they always have. Francine expressed her unwavering support for her husband, stating that she will be there for him and provide all the strength she can during this time. She mentioned that doctors believe music is essential to Thiéfaine’s well-being, and continuing his career may help him live longer and decline more slowly. To ensure his comfort, the family has ensured that the tour schedule is not overly demanding, avoiding long and exhausting trips.