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Peter, Paul & Mary singer has leukemia

Mary Travers is undergoing chemotherapy for a form of leukemia.
/ Source: Reuters

Singer Mary Travers, 68, of Peter, Paul & Mary fame, is undergoing chemotherapy for a form of leukemia, but she is expected to be in full remission within a few months, her publicist said Tuesday.

“Mary looks forward to touring again with the trio soon, and is grateful for the well wishes that have come to her from all over the world,” the statement said.

No other details were released.

The folk trio, which also includes Peter Yarrow and Noel Paul Stookey, is known for such hits as “Blowin’ in the Wind” and “Puff The Magic Dragon.” They released their self-titled debut album in 1962 and have won five Grammys over the years.