«Dancing in the Dark» rocker Bruce Springsteen’s mother Adele died at 98, 13 years after her Alzheimer’s diagnosis.
Bruce Springsteen’s mother has died.
The iconic rockstar, 74, announced on Instagram Thursday that his beloved mom, Adele, died Wednesday at the age of 98 — 13 years after being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease.
He shared a heartwarming video of the pair dancing together to announce the news along with a poignant caption that included lyrics from his 1988 song, “The Wish,” which was written for her.
“I remember in the morning mom hearing your alarm clock ring,” he penned.
“I’d lie in bed and listen to you getting ready for work, the sound of your makeup case on the sink.”
“And the ladies at the office all lipstick, perfume and rustling skirts, how proud and happy you always looked walking home from work.”
He continued, “It ain’t no phone call on Sunday, flowers or a Mother’s Day card. It ain’t no house on the hill with a garden and a nice little yard.”
“I’ve got my hot rod down on Bond Street I’m older but you’ll know me in a glance.”
“We’ll find us a Little rock ‘n roll bar and we’ll go out and dance.”
Adele was known for being a supportive mother who could frequently be found dancing to her son’s songs as he performed on stage — and oftentimes on stage with him.
