Bruce Foxton, the former bassist of the British band the Jam, has revealed that he has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. The 70-year-old musician disclosed the diagnosis in a post on Facebook, attributing the condition to complications arising from previous cancer treatment.

Foxton, who alongside Paul Weller and Rick Buckler formed the Jam in 1977, noted that the news has been difficult to accept. “I’m now facing a future living with Parkinson’s disease … and I’m determined to do that as well as I possibly can,” he said. He described the challenge of coming to terms with a condition that affects both body and mind, emphasizing the uncertainty of dealing with something beyond his control.

Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological disorder that primarily affects movement. Symptoms often include tremors, muscle rigidity, and slowed motion due to brain damage over time.

Foxton contributed significantly to the Jam’s distinctive sound with his prominent basslines on notable tracks such as “Down in the Tube Station at Midnight,” “Going Underground,” “A Town Called Malice,” and “Eton Rifles.” The band, known for its political edge and energetic style, disbanded in 1982. Foxton went on to release a solo album, *Touch Sensitive*, in 1984, and later joined the punk band Stiff Little Fingers.

In the years following, Foxton reunited with Rick Buckler to form the Gift, later renamed From the Jam, performing material from their original band. Following Buckler’s death in 2025, Foxton continued to lead the band. However, he recently canceled a scheduled performance due to a chest infection.

Despite the diagnosis, Foxton remains optimistic about his future. He expressed hope that medication will help manage his symptoms, allowing him to continue pursuing his passion for live performance. “Having the right meds to help deal with symptoms has given me another chance to carry on doing what I love and what I live for,” he said. “I’m going to keep going and playing live for as long as I’m able to do it.”