David Cook’s Brother Dies of Cancer

May 3rd, 2009

After battling cancer for more than 10 years, David Cook’s brother, Adam, 37, succumbed to the disease Saturday.

David made the announcement earlier today at the Washington D.C. Race for Hope 5K, which raises money to support finding a cure for brain cancer. David was both serving as grand marshal and running with a team that raised $98,000.

Like everybody here, I’m affected by this disease. I actually lost my brother yesterday to a brain tumor. I couldn’t imagine… I couldn’t imagine being anywhere else right now. - David Cook

Two songs on Cook’s 2008 album were about Adam’s battle with cancer - “Permanent” and “A Daily AntheM“. The singer also has Adam’s initials “AC” on his guitar during live performances.

Fans can make donations in Adam’s memory to David’s Race for Hope team (contributions will be accepted through Sept. 30.). For more information about the charity, log on to curebraintumors.org.