Eagles guitarist Steuart Smith announced that he is retiring from the band after being diagnosed with Parkinsonism. "I find that I must bow out of my role with the Eagles while I can still do so gracefully,

According to the Cleveland Clinic, Parkinsonism is an umbrella term that refers to several brain conditions — including Parkinson’s disease — that cause slowed movements, rigidity (stiffness) and tremors. Parkinson’s disease makes up about 80% of all Parkinsonism cases.

Veteran guitarist Steuart Smith, who's been touring with the Eagles for 24 years, revealed that his recent Parkinsonism diagnosis had a profound impact on his decision to retire

Steuart Smith, the guitarist who has played with the Eagles since 2001, says he has to 'bow out' of the band after being diagnosed with Parkinsonism.