Raphael and Manuel Martos dressed formally with an empty speech bubble over the man on the right.

The big news about Raphael comes to light: his son, Manuel Martos, has already confirmed it

Raphael's return after overcoming brain lymphoma moves his family and fills his fans with hope

For months, mystery surrounded Raphael's life. The Martos family had remained silent, but this week, Manuel Martos broke the silence and revealed what many suspected: Raphael is back, stronger than ever.

The grand comeback took place at the impressive Roman Theatre of Mérida, where the artist performed before his audience with more energy than ever. After six long months away from the stage due to a brain lymphoma, Raphael returned with a vibrant concert. A performance lasting more than two hours made it clear that his voice and vitality remain intact.

An older man smiling with dark hair and black background.
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Raphael reappears with strength in Mérida

The audience gave their all from the very first chord, celebrating a Raphael full of emotion, elegance, and dedication. There was not a single moment of weakness. With his characteristic charisma, the singer revisited his greatest hits, showing that, despite adversity, his passion for music remains stronger than ever.

After the concert, his family experienced the moment with palpable emotion. Manuel and Alejandra Martos, present at the event, could not hold back their tears. Alejandra confessed that it had been one of the happiest nights of the year, and, visibly moved, added that seeing her father back on stage was a true gift.

Manuel Martos, meanwhile, revealed the news in a forceful manner: "He is as strong as a bull, wonderful." With these words, he dispelled any doubts about his father's health and emphasized how Raphael not only overcame the illness, but has returned with more energy than ever.

Raphael performs on a stage lit with lights and smoke, accompanied by musicians and surrounded by ancient columns illuminated in shades of purple.
Raphael at a concert in 2025 | Europa Press

A performance that symbolizes a great personal victory

The producer also highlighted that his father's happiness is found on stage, and that music remains his great passion. According to his words, singing again has been "like living again." This statement made it clear that Raphael's return is not only a professional triumph, but a personal victory, a celebration of life and overcoming adversity.

At 82 years old, Raphael remains a true example of strength, showing that age is not a limit when one has the will to keep moving forward. His return to the stage, full of emotion and gratitude, symbolizes a new chapter, another page in his story that speaks of resilience and, above all, passion for what he does.

Singer Raphael during his performance at the Maestranza, on September 15, 2023, in Seville.
Raphael sang again in Mérida | Europa Press

Raphael, accompanied by his family and the unconditional support of his fans, has shown the world that it is never too late to start again. "He is happy doing this," stated Manuel Martos with a trembling voice. Raphael has returned, and he has done so more alive than ever.