Ed Sheeran’s wife, Cherry Seaborn, has revealed how her husband coped with the news of her cancer diagnosis while pregnant with their second daughter. In a new Disney+ documentary titled “Ed Sheeran: The Sum of It All,” Seaborn shares her cancer ordeal, which she was informed could not be treated until after giving birth. The documentary shows the singer’s emotional reaction to the diagnosis as he recounts the difficult time.
Seaborn reflects on her mortality and how her diagnosis made her consider her legacy. She shares how Ed Sheeran coped with the situation by writing seven songs in four hours.
Music’s always been like therapy to me. It was a way to get my thoughts and feelings down as a kid, and it works. It really works,” the singer explains.
Disney+ has scheduled the documentary film for global release on May 3rd, 2023. The documentary offers an intimate look at the couple’s life and how they tackled their challenges. Sheeran turns to music to cope with difficult situations again. He reminds us of the power of art in healing and dealing with emotions.