Duncan Sheik, the American singer known for "Barely Breathing," is hospitalized in critical but stable condition. His family shared the news on his Instagram on September 16, 2026, requesting privacy and saying they will provide updates when appropriate. Sheik, 56, rose to fame in 1996 and later won Tony Awards for "Spring Awakening."
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