Dlisted — A dark cloud blew into the dusty ashglobe in my chest yesterday when it was reported that Aretha Franklin is down and out with a life-threatening disease. Some say that the disease is cancer, and others specifically said it's incurable pancreati... more info

Guardian Music — Singer is suffering from pancreatic cancer, according to sources close to her familyAretha Franklin has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, according to reports. Last month, the Queen of Soul cancelled all public appearances due to an unspecified ... more info

NME — Family member reveals singer's condition after undergoing surgery more info

Gigwise — Undergone surgery... more info

ContactMusic — Aretha Franklin is reportedly fighting pancreatic cancer.The 'Respect' singer - who recently underwent "serious" surgery for an undisclosed condition - is said to... more info

Pop Crunch — -Even as almost all major media outlets report that Aretha Franklin is battling some kind of cancer, two of Franklin’s closest relatives tell the Detroit Free Press that the legendary singer with a voice that’s been an American treasure for almos... more info

411 Mania — The family is very concerned about the singer.... more info

Perez Hilton — Oh no! The rumors might be true! Earlier today we read in The National Enquirer that 68-year-old soul singer Aretha Franklin has been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, but we're SO SAD to hear that The Detroit News has also confirmed the story. H... more info

Pop Bytes — • Aretha Franklin is battling cancer, her family confirmed the news :( PopEater • Jessica Simpson finally wises up and asks Eric Johnson for a prenup! Cele|bitchy • Gisele Bündchen is now also a cartoon environmental crime fi... more info

E! Online — Aretha Franklin's family is asking for a little respect. In response to a National Enquirer report that the Queen of Soul is suffering from pancreatic cancer, her cousin would only... more info