Ariana Grande’s brother Frankie is keeping his fans in the loop following a major medical procedure he underwent during the holiday week.
The New York City native, 42, took to Instagram on Monday with a selfie as he recovered in a hospital bed following a surgery on his cervical spine.
‘Wink if you’re freshly repaired,’ Ariana Grande’s brother Frankie said. ‘Today I had a planned cervical spine surgery to relieve pressure on nerves in my neck that have been causing pain and neurological symptoms for a while
‘The procedure went exactly as expected, no surprises, no drama (for once), just very precise work by an incredible medical team.’
Ariana Grande’s brother Frankie explained in detail what he had undergone to remedy ongoing injuries he was suffering through.
‘They removed bone and tissue that were compressing the nerves, giving my spinal cord, disks, and radiating nerves the space it needs to heal and function properly,’ Frankie said.
The sibling of the pop superstar said he would be spending the next month focusing on his recovery.
‘Now comes 4 weeks of healing, rest, physical therapy, and being nicer to my body than I usually am,’ Frankie said.
The Big Brother alum added: ‘I’m sore, I’m tired, but I’m safe, I’m relieved, and I’m already feeling hopeful.’
The entertainer has appeared in multiple high-profile Broadway productions, including Mamma Mia! and Rock of Ages.
Ariana Grande’s brother Frankie said that the operation ‘was a necessary step so I can get back on my feet, back on stage, and back to living fully without pain running the show.’
Frankie thanked his 2.2 million followers ‘for the love, prayers, messages, and support,’ noting that they were ‘truly felt and deeply appreciated.’
He concluded in saying, ‘This is healing in progress. See you soon… stronger, steadier, and standing tall.’
Frankie received well wishes from a number of fans, friends and famous followers following the complicated medical procedure.
Songwriter Imogen Heap said: ‘Wow! Heavy! Glad it went well and you’re all good. Someone to help spoon in the Christmas dinner this year?’
Ariana Grande’s brother Frankie said in response that this spouse Hale Leon Grande was ‘all over it.’
Legendary singer Gloria Estefan said she was ‘sending love and healing energy’ to Frankie amid his recovery.
Writer Tracy Gilchrist wrote, ‘Frankie, I wish you a quick and easy recovery. Also, dare I say you look great for someone who’s just had surgery?’
Big Brother’s Rachel Reilly said, ‘Healing energy and thoughts for a quick recovery … happy to hear it all went well!!!!’