Phil Collins made a rare public appearance as his son Nic Collins shared an emotional tribute celebrating the Genesis legend’s 75th birthday. The tribute was shared in a post on Instagram.

The heartfelt message came as fans expressed their joy at seeing Collins back in the spotlight. Collins recently opened up about his health struggles and revealed he’s under 24-hour care.

“Happy 75th birthday Dad! I’m so proud of you,” Nic Collins said. “Thank you for always inspiring me and for being the best dad I could ask for. Love you tons man.”

The post drew an outpouring of support from Genesis fans who were delighted to see the music icon.

“Happy birthday to the greatest. Praying to God for his healing,” one fan commented. “He still has so much to offer to the world of true music with melody, rhythm, good taste and super lyrics.”

Another fan expressed similar sentiments about Collins’ return to social media.

“We’re happy to see your father back on our feeds, because we need good taste, truth, and talent for our tired minds, overflowing with what’s not worthwhile,” they wrote. “Health, inspiration, and many more achievements to your wonderful father!”

The birthday celebration comes during a challenging period for the music legend. Collins has faced numerous health setbacks in recent years.

The Los Angeles Times reported that Collins now requires 24-hour nursing care after enduring cascading health crises. These include five knee surgeries, kidney failure and a severe spinal injury. These health issues have significantly impacted his mobility and daily life, requiring constant medical supervision.

Despite these challenges, Collins has shown remarkable resilience in his personal journey. The music icon recently celebrated two years of sobriety, marking an important milestone in his recovery process. He maintains optimism despite his physical limitations.

Collins has not completely ruled out returning to music while his touring days appear to be behind him. He has hinted at the possibility of returning to the recording studio to work on unfinished projects. However, he has definitively ruled out any major touring commitments due to his current health condition.

The rare public appearance through his son’s social media post has provided fans with a glimpse of the beloved artist. Collins has largely stayed out of the public eye while focusing on his health and recovery under professional medical care.