what illness does alan jackson have

Alan Jackson has publicly said he has Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease (CMT) , a hereditary neurological disorder that affects the nerves and can cause balance, walking, and muscle-strength issues.

What that means

CMT is not usually life-threatening, but it can gradually make stage performance and mobility more difficult over time. Jackson has said it has affected him for years and became more obvious as he got older.

Why it’s in the news

Recent coverage tied his health to his final concert and retirement from touring, noting that his long-running CMT diagnosis has been a major reason he stepped back from full touring.