A Harrowing Health Spiral

“Forever in Her Debt”

The Shadow of COVID-19

Despite living a healthy lifestyle—he neither smokes nor drinks—May speculated that his heart attack may have been linked to an undiagnosed case of COVID-19, contracted during Queen’s early 2020 tour. He recalled coughing fits, extreme fatigue, and suspected the virus may have thickened his blood, setting the stage for the cardiac event.

Another Scare

The trials didn’t end with his heart. In September 2024, May suffered a minor stroke that briefly affected his left arm. Once again, Anita was at his side. She provided comforting updates in 2025, even sharing lighter news of their festive trip to Lapland—a sign of resilience and recovery.

Love Beyond the Spotlight

A Quiet Heroism