A widely shared video has captured the moment a popular artist, often hailed as the “president of music,” suddenly collapsed during a performance. Bystanders quickly came to his aid and provided first aid, triggering widespread concern and speculation.
Thankfully, the performer survived the incident, and sources close to him later confirmed that he has been managing epilepsy. His condition, while serious, did not lead to a more critical outcome in this instance.
The episode brought back painful memories of South African rapper Costa Titch, who tragically passed away on stage under similar circumstances. Another artist whose life was impacted by epilepsy was Peter Doody. Their stories underscore the risks associated with the condition, especially in high-stress or physically demanding environments like live performances.
Throughout history, numerous well-known individuals have lived with epilepsy, including novelist Charles Dickens, athlete Florence Griffith Joyner (Flo-Jo), actors Danny Glover and Hugo Weaving, activist Edward Snowden, and others such as Katie Hopkins, Ida McKinley, Martin Kemp, and Laurie Lee.
In Kenya alone, an estimated 2 million people are affected by epilepsy. The condition poses a heavy toll not only on patients but also on their families. Tragically, many fatalities linked to epilepsy result not from the disorder itself, but from accidents during seizures—such as drowning, falls, or incidents involving machinery.
Despite its prevalence, treatment for epilepsy often focuses solely on controlling symptoms with medication. While this can reduce seizure frequency, it does not eliminate the full impact of the condition, leaving many individuals to face ongoing health and safety challenges
