# Glenn Hughes Recovers After Heart Surgery

> Glenn Hughes, 75, says he's on the mend after 10-hour open heart surgery for aortic valve replacement.
- Title: Glenn Hughes Recovers After Heart Surgery · Billboard
- Summary: Glenn Hughes, 75, says he's on the mend after 10-hour open heart surgery for aortic valve replacement. Glenn Hughes, 75, recovered from aortic valve…
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- Source: Billboard — https://billboard.com/music/rock/glenn-hughes-10-hour-open-heart-surgery-update-1236361811
- Author: Gil Kaufman
- Published: 2026-10-16T11:51:51+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: glenn hughes, deep purple, aortic valve replacement, open heart surgery, rock music, ucla, rock and roll hall of fame
## Glenn Hughes
Glenn Hughes, 75, is on the mend after 10-hour open heart surgery for aortic valve replacement.
## Surgery Details
He had the procedure at UCLA Ronald Reagan Medical Center in Westwood, LA, the same as his 2013 surgery.
## Health Update
Hughes says he's getting his energy back each day and has no mistakes in his life.
## Previous Health Issues
He retired from touring in August due to health concerns after 50 years on doctor's advice.
## Surgery Reason
Multiple MRIs, CT scans, and an echocardiogram showed he needed another open-heart surgery.
## Fan Support
Fans and musicians like Rudy Sarzo, Frank Bello, and Alex Skolnick sent well-wishes for his recovery.
## Recovery Message
Hughes says everything is in its right place and there is a greater purpose to his health journey.
## Key takeaway

Glenn Hughes, 75, recovered from aortic valve replacement surgery after an 8-day hospital stay.