VIDEO : Country Star Kenny Rogers Insists He Isn't Dying Just Yet

Reuters report legendary country singer Kenny Rogers on Friday dismissed ?wild misinformation and speculation? about his health and said he planned on ?sticking around? for years to come. Rogers' statement came after a U.S. tabloid report claimed the ?Islands In The Stream? singer and broasted chicken entrepreneur had been diagnosed with bladder cancer and was dying. He embarked on a world farewell tour in 2016 but in April 2018 he canceled the last few shows citing ?a series of health challenges.? The 80-year-old was recently admitted to a hospital in Georgia to receive treatment for dehydration.