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Tommy Ratliff's dad is ill, won't perform on "Glam Nation Tour" for a while

Filed Under ( ) by Admin on Thursday, July 22, 2010

Posted at : Thursday, July 22, 2010



Adam Lambert's Keyboardist, Tommy Ratliff, will not be performing on the "Glam Nation Tour" for a while due to his father being very ill right now. Tommy left before tonight's show to be with his family.

Adam's drummer, Longineu Parsons (LP) confirmed this in his livestream early today.

So please send a lot of positive thoughts, supports, and prayers to Tommy and his family!

85 comments:

Anonymous said...

This photo of Adam and Tommy is so very touching. So sad also. Positive thoughts and prayers are coming your way. . . . .
luv G&S

Anonymous said...

From daydreaminmli :

Here is what it said on the Oh My Rock God website (his Dad has cancer but don't know how long they have known about it):


"During LP's ustream currently on and back off and on all night; he informed us that Tommy's father is very ill and Tommy has left to go to be with his father and it's looking not good per LP; Tommy WILL NOT be at tonight's show in Portland; so please send love and light to Tommy and his family via twitter, facebook, etc - ALSO, look for a donation to start from LP on twitter/facebook for donations for a drum he's signing and the rest of the band/crew to donate money for the oil spill and crisis in gulf. Also, tweet @joancmurray (LP's finance) and tell her how much LP loves her and can't wait to marry her - those were his words!

Thanks again!

Visit OMRG! - Oh My Rock God! at: http://ohmyrockgod.ning.com/?xg_source=msg_mes_network"

Anonymous said...

Awww... so sorry to hear of Tommy's Dad's health condition.. sending positive thoughts and love to Tommy and family..

Longineu.. love that sweet gestures of yours to fellow Glamily.. Best wishes in ur career as well as ur love life...

Hope all is well to Adam and the Glamily!!! U guys r Great!!! Love y'all!!!!!

MiMi said...

A lot of fans will be praying and sending love to Tommy and his family. Great picture of Adam and Tommy. It says it all.

donnaw said...

Love the pic of Adam and Tommy.......so sad.
Sending lots of love and prayers your way Tommy!!!

realnottooldyet said...

What luck, first Longineau cuts his hand...glad to see ur ok now with the bongos, and now Tommy's dad, sending a speedy recovery ur way and hurry back T! Life happens♥

Anonymous said...

Sending TJR's Dad losts of positive energy, consider it done!

Also, saw on MJ's (don't hate me, I lurk there someitmes - sorry hardcore 24/7'ers, of which you know I am one faithfully, it's just that there are great fan-concert-experiences/reviews there!! In fact, don't hate me even more, cuz I have to say that there are a few GREAT "reviews" on last night's concert over there... and a tip to be on the lookout, in the vids that show up, for some great body roll demonstrations from AL himself, cuz apparently he wasn't happy w/ his dancing w/ Brooke, so he went more font and center stage and did a demo???...OMG :!)) Anyway, someone on MJ's said something about Tommy hoping to be back on GNT by the San Francisco show... OBVIOUSLY, this is just a little blurb from a blog, no real credibility whatsoever, that goes without saying, but thought I'd throw it out there w/ a disclaimer.

MassGlamFan (who is way behind on threads...gotta catch up :))

Anonymous said...

Our prayers and thoughts go to Tommy and his family. I am sure he will be back as soon as he is able. The pic by the way, was taken when the crew went over seas, and Tommy wasn't able to go to one of the countries, because of something to do with his passport.That pic is very touching showing how much love Adam has for his friends.

Anonymous said...

Tommy
I know hard it is to have a parent be very ill and not know what the future holds for them. Stay strong and know that all the Glamberts and Glitterbabies are praying for your family and thinking about you with positivity. Love and Lihjt. @cathiemc731

Stephanie said...

Poor Tommy....I'll be sending him some positive thoughts.

I love that picture. So fitting for this situation.

Anonymous said...

If Tommy's Dad has cancer, didn't he know his Dad might become very ill before he went on tour with Adam? Did the tour managers not have a back-up plan? Did they not anticipate this?
I wonder if that is the entire reason Tommy left?

Anonymous said...

Sending positive thoughts and many prayers to Tommy and his family. Hopefully his dad will get better soon.

Glambert4life

Anonymous said...

sending love and prayers and light to tommy and his family.

dana

Anonymous said...

Will keep Tommy's dad, Tommy & the entire family in my nightly prayers. I wonder if this condition was kept from Tommy so as not to upset his going on the tour & maybe Tommy just found out about it because his dad got sicker. I don't tell my children EVERYTHING about my health. Just when it becomes NECESSARY! Anyway ... GOD Bless the Ratliff family & give them strength!! AMEN!

tess4ADAM

Anonymous said...

Anon July 22 9:47

It is possible that Tommy found out after the tour had already started. So even if Tommy knew his father could get very sick I'm sure it wouldn't change how upset he would be. Either way Tommy would still choose to leave because family comes first.
Stay strong Tommy. We're all thinking about you.

Anonymous said...

praying for tommy

Anonymous said...

Tommy the most important thing now is you will be with your dad and family. You are a devoted son and will be there for you dad when he needs you the most. Stay strong and know that your glamfamily loves you very very much. We are here for you!!

HeartAdam4Ever

SlickGirl said...

This is so sad. I hope it's nothing serious.

Anonymous said...

Adam will miss Tommy so much...Tommy is so sweet..I hope he doesn't stop playing..I am pretty sure his dad wouldn't want him to do that..

Anonymous said...

Sending Love and Prayers to Tommy and his family...Please keep us informed......

Anonymous said...

Wishing you Nothing but Love Tommy!!! Thoughts and prayer to you and your Dad.

Anonymous said...

G0d bless y0u T0mmy, G0d bless all y0ur family and mainly G0d bless y0ur DAD! D0es y0ur dad kn0w W#0 w0nderful guy y0u are and t#e l0t we l0ve y0u?......Fan4fun

Anonymous said...

The above picture is from a much earlier time but does fit this story quite well. Hope Tommy can return to Glam Nation soon.

Anonymous said...

Hey Tommy i heard sry to hear that hope you and your family will b ok

Anonymous said...

Just noticed that you are referring to Tommy as Adam's keyboardist????

Anonymous said...

@ 9:47, As someone whose own Dad passed away from cancer, I can tell you there a lot of variables. My dad died 11 months after being diagnosed after chemo and radiation. You live on faith and hope all during that time. My husband also at that time had brain surgery for a tumor. Family still has to take care of all obligations but always put loved ones first. I assume Tommy was aware and also had faith and hope. He also is surrounded by loving, understanding glamily that also most likely knew. There is a backup plan for emergencies. Monte will pick up the slack as Tommy did for him when his twins were born. There is no contest as to what is more important, family or a concert and I think as caring fans we all support Tommy, will miss him at any missed concert, but have to think of him first and foremost as I'm sure Adam and glamily are doing. I'm glad that he is surrounded by Adam and all to give him strength and comfort. The picture above says it all, so loving and touching. Tommy will be back and we will be glad and very happy to see him. He's not going anywhere else and he needs this time. funbunn40

glamgran58 said...

Longineu said on ustream that they hope he'll be back for SF.I've been through this with my parents and I just ache for Tommy and family right now.The pain and confusion-plus the responsibilities of the tour-such pressure for him to endure.Prayers and light for all involved...

glitzylady said...

Very sorry to hear of Tommy's Dad's serious illness...my thoughts and prayers are going out to him and his family....His family is the most important thing right now and hopefully he is spending time with his Dad, no matter what the outcome may be....

and to MGF, gosh the more you can learn about Adam's goings and doings, the better....I have another website that I frequent as well, its okay...

Anonymous said...

My heart, thoughts and prayers are with Tommy, his Dad and his family during this difficult time. Tommy, be strong and know there are people all around the world who are praying for your Dad.

Deus te amat and I do too

Anonymous said...

@Daydreaminmli, I keep meaning to thankyou for your appreciated info and all that give us such good sources and especially about Tommy and his Dad. funbunn40

Anonymous said...

@glitzylady @2:07PM - thanks, that makes me feel better :), sincerely. I do love me the recaps over there, but nothing compared to yours and Adam Fix's from last night and today...so meaningful cuz I've gotten to know just a tiny bit about you guys - so your recaps on the other thread were all that more compelling to me - thanks so much, I'm still breathless from them :)!

@Daydreaminmli, I second what funbunn40 said!

MassGlamFan

agaddie said...

Sending out love hope and prayers for Tommy's dad, and his whole family and the glamily

Anonymous said...

Will miss Tommy so f****g much! :(
Praying for his dad.

Anonymous said...

Tommy.....spend as much time with your dad as you possibly can. Tell him how much you love him and what he means to you........that will help both you and him gain strength.Prayers, love and hope to your family. Your dad has to be so proud of who you are, and what talents you have. May God take you into his open arms and give you all peace and strength.

Anonymous said...

Thank you MassGlamFan and funbun40! I appreciate that. Funbun, you know from personal experience how one can be diagnosed and told they only have a short time left. Many years ago I had an uncle that died after experiencing what he thought and was told was a prolonged flu. Finally they checked him out -found cancer and started him on chemo right away. He passed away 2 weeks later. Tommy needs to be with his family.

I will be at Thunder Valley which is in-between the 2 concerts in SF. I can't wait! Anyone else here going?

Daydreaminmyli

Anonymous said...

whos taking tommys spot for the time being?!
Katie

Anonymous said...

If anyone wants to sign a card for Tommy...here is the info from a tweet from Monte:

Monterrific

RT @TheGlitzerBabes: @Monterrific Plz sign and RT this GroupCard to your followers it's for @TommyJoeRatliff (cont) http://tl.gd/2lqmpj

Daydreaminmyli

Jake L said...

awww poor Tommy :(... though I am curious to see who will temporarely replace him.

Anonymous said...

I am sending all my love tonight to Tommy and his family. I just hope they all (Adam, band, dancers, and crew) know how much joy they are bringing the world. I have never seen anything like it. My husband went through a horrible battle with this monster cancer. Although he worried more about me than himself, he suffered terribly. The show has a magical effect on people because they GIVE love when they perform.Unconditional,accepting,pure. I went on after his death as we have to, but trying to figure out my meaning in this world just seemed somehow out of reach.Doubts,regrets,( why was THAT important??) what could I have done differently? Nothing, nothing would have changed the inevitable. I have been drowning in my own thoughts. The show I saw was a turning point for me. I felt the love and hope for us all. Now it is time for us to give some back. If you pray, pray for these entertainers who give us their souls every night. If you don't pray treat someone that you meet with kindness. This world is ripe for a movement of love and understanding. I saw elderly people, children and a lot of folks in between absolutely enchanted with this show. I am a total fan. Thanks Adam and co. I send my Love, mcnjanw

Anonymous said...

Maybe the picture is from the day he found out his father has cancer. This is not just a hug hug, it's an "I'm so sorry" hug. Look at the serious look on Longineu's face.

Anonymous said...

All the love and prayers out to Tommy and his family. Tommy has brought alot to the Glamily and I consider him family. A few nights ago I was watching a video of him a fan put on this web site that zoomed primarily on Tommy and he looked so sad and it hit me that something was wrong. I know they perform in very hot venues at times and thought he might not being feeling well. He never once looked up. I am sure Adam and the rest are just 100% supportive of Tommy and will welcome him back when the time is right for him. This is when all the positive energy Adam speaks of works wonders. Let's ban together and do that for Tommy by sending him our well wishes for his Father tonight. You are so loved Tommy you too have a fan base of love!

Anonymous said...

Anon 7;27, that photo was taken quite awhile ago. It is not recent! Adamluv

Anonymous said...

this Gorgeous Picture of the Glamily was taken when Adam was on his International Tour just before Adam came to UK...and i agree it is very fitting for Tommy's sad and worrying times...
send all my love to Glitterbaby Tommy and a Huge Hug and praying for Tommys Dad
We all know how important Tommy is the the Glamily Band...Adam so wanted Tommy in his band that he Changed from Lead Guitar to Bass Guitar on Adam's request.....sadly The Glam nation will not be the same without Tommy...but saying that Adam will as always put on a great show for you Lucky Glamberts....
Also How sweet Lovely Longineu Love for His finance...who is very beautiful and they make a great couple and look Awesome together...Glam Love to you both
really hope Adam is coping with this news on Tommy as well as Adam has been working NONSTOP since the New year so much tavelling and performances.hoping Adam can stay Postive,Healthy and Fit cause he sure has so many gigs to play for you LUCKY GLAMBERTS...
MUCH LOVE TO ADAM,TOMMY AND GLAMILY
Glambrit Isle of Wight UK

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