Jack White expresses resilience and gratitude towards his wife after suffering a stroke, stating that he can't imagine life without her.
Berlin — German Schlager composer Jack White, 84, is making a remarkable recovery following a fall and a subsequent stroke, largely due to the care and support provided by his wife, Rafaella.
Just months after a debilitating fall in December and a stroke in April, White spoke to Bunte magazine, crediting his recovery to his younger wife. "I wouldn't be here without her," the producer of David Hasselhoff's hit "I've Been Looking For Freedom" stated.
After the fall, White spent time in an induced coma on the intensive care unit and fought a lung infection. Following the stroke, he needed to be placed on a ventilator, according to Bild.
Now, White is optimistic and hopeful for the future. Exiting the hospital, he and his wife look forward to their children, Angelina (1) and Max (6), growing up with their father as long as possible. His aspiration is to live as long as Jopi Heesters, who passed away at 108 years old.
White, born as Horst Nußbaum in Cologne, is one of Germany's most successful music producers, with hits such as "Schoene Maid," "Eine neue Liebe ist wie ein neues Leben," and "When the Rain Begins to Fall" under his belt. He once paused his own wedding to record an album with Hansi Hinterseer.
Recent developments indicate that White remains active musically, having released his sixth solo studio album, No Name, on August 2, 2024, and touring extensively.
Sources: bild.de, bunte.de
No additional information was found regarding White's recovery plans or his aim to live as long as Heesters.
- Jack White's resilient recovery from a fall and a stroke is partly attributed to the care and support of his younger wife, Rafaella.
- Despite the health setbacks, White maintains an optimistic outlook and looks forward to spending more time with his children, Angelina (1) and Max (6).
- White aspires to live as long as Jopi Heesters, who passed away at the age of 108, implying that he values longevity, particularly in his ongoing career in music.
- Known for his successful career in music, White has produced numerous popular songs such as "Schoene Maid," "Eine neue Liebe ist wie ein neues Leben," and "When the Rain Begins to Fall," showcasing his prowess in the field of music, particularly in the genre of German Schlager.
- Despite his age, White remains active in the music industry, having released his sixth solo studio album, No Name, on August 2, 2024, and embarking on extensive tours, demonstrating his commitment to the overlapping realms of health-and-wellness (through recovery), fitness-and-exercise (through regular touring), entertainment (through his music), and pop-culture (as a celebrated celebrity in the German music scene).
