Zac Brown Band’s John Driskell Hopkins says he’s ‘chasing the clock’ after ALS diagnosis
John Driskell Hopkins of Zac Brown Band says he is “chasing the clock” following his 2021 diagnosis with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). He is continuing to tour and is focusing on making each day count, framing the diagnosis as a reason to make the most of the time available.
ALS is a progressive neurological condition that affects nerve cells controlling voluntary movement. Hopkins discussed his approach with Fox News Digital, saying he has tried to fit as much as possible into his life since learning of his diagnosis; the article also notes the wider public attention brought to ALS by the Ice Bucket Challenge.
- Hopkins continues touring after his 2021 ALS diagnosis.
- He says the diagnosis has made time feel more urgent.
- ALS affects the nerves that control movement.