Eagles guitarist Steuart Smith announced that he is retiring from the band after being diagnosed with Parkinsonism. "I find that I must bow out of my role with the Eagles while I can still do so gracefully,

According to the Cleveland Clinic, Parkinsonism is an umbrella term that refers to several brain conditions — including Parkinson’s disease — that cause slowed movements, rigidity (stiffness) and tremors. Parkinson’s disease makes up about 80% of all Parkinsonism cases.

Guitarist Steuart Smith announced this week that his time with The Eagles has come to an end. The musician, who has been touring with the rock group since 2001, attributed his decision to step out of the position he has embraced for more than two decades to a recent health diagnosis.

The Eagles are flying without touring guitarist Steuart Smith, who is stepping away from the rock band because of health issues.“It is with profound regret that, due to performance issues associated with my recently diagnosed Parkinsonism,