René Froger cannot trust his own body due to autoimmune disease

Singer René Froger recently discussed his ongoing struggle with polymyositis, an autoimmune disease that causes muscle inflammation, during a television interview with his wife Natasja. The condition leads to unpredictable daily health fluctuations, impacting his physical strength and vocal performance. Froger, who has been managing symptoms for two years, revealed that there are times he cannot rely on his body, at one point requiring assistance with basic tasks like washing and dressing. His wife, Natasja, described the experience of watching him deal with the illness as frightening, noting that the couple initially kept the diagnosis private.

Following the professional challenges caused by his health, the singer announced in September that he would step back from his work commitments. This decision was made after realizing his physical condition made it impossible to maintain his normal performance schedule. A new documentary titled René Froger: I Am a Singer provides an intimate look at his journey, showing how he navigates life with the illness while balancing his sense of responsibility toward his fans.