Iron Maiden Paul Di'Anno 's surgery , which he had been receiving help from fans and friends through crowdfunding campaigns to begin medical treatment for his knees.
The information was released by Kastro Pergjoni , who has been responsible for fundraising campaigns for Di'Anno in recent years, on the Cart and Horses , the venue for some of Maiden's first shows.
Kastro personally attended Di'Anno's reunion with Steve Harris Legacy of the Beast tour , promising news soon, and has now released a statement regarding the band's attitude.
“I am very excited to announce that the Iron Maiden team has kindly agreed to cover the remaining cost of Paul Di'Anno's operation. Iron Maiden are not only the best band on the planet, they are kind and supported by an incredible team. As a result of this fantastic news, I will be closing the crowdfunding campaign on June 21st,” he wrote on social media.
So far, the campaign has raised 74% of its final goal of £15,000, reaching £11,100 of the total amount. The remaining amount to cover the surgery costs is £4,000, equivalent to R$25,300 at Monday's exchange rate, the 20th.
Paul Di'Anno's treatment
In November 2021, Paul Di'Anno's long-awaited treatment began thanks to the singer's fans and friends, who managed to raise enough funds for the first surgery.
The following month, Di'Anno was already in physical therapy and moved his left leg for the first time in "six or seven years," according to Kastro. Watch the video here .
Shortly after, the singer managed to take a few steps, assisted by the physiotherapy professionals. Currently in Croatia for treatment, the expectation is that Di'Anno will be walking again soon with a custom-made orthosis , pending surgery and subsequent recovery on his right knee.
