When Freddie Mercury Was Diagnosed with HIV
Freddie Mercury contracted HIV in the 1980s, before AIDS was widely understood. He was diagnosed with AIDS in 1987, according to public statements from his inner circle and official biographies.
Timeline of Freddie Mercury’s Health Decline
After his AIDS diagnosis, Mercury’s health declined rapidly over the following years. He continued to record music and perform until early 1991, when he withdrew from public life to focus on his health.
Freddie Mercury’s Public Announcement and Legacy
On November 23, 1991, Mercury confirmed he had AIDS in a statement released by his management. He died the next day on November 24, 1991. The announcement helped raise global awareness about the disease.
For more details on Freddie Mercury’s life and career, visit the Biography.com Freddie Mercury page.
