I know it’s concerning that Adam Yauch of the Beastie Boy’s has salivary cancer…yes apparently that does exist.

But what I find more troubling than the bands announcement that Yauch is ill is that OH.MY.GOD. the Beasties got OLD! When the hell did that happen? It’s so disturbing to watch the rebellious hero’s of your youth get grey hair and old man cancer.

Beastie Boy Adam Yauch (yawk) has what is described as a “very treatable” cancerous tumor in his salivary gland. An announcement came Monday from the group, which is canceling its tour dates and postponing an album release.

A statement says the tumor was found early. It’s confined to one area and is considered very treatable. He will need surgery and other treatment, but the statement says his vocal cords will not be affected. The 43-year-old Yauch is not only part of the pioneering rap group, but has also emerged as a film producer.

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