"My family and I really appreciate the good doctors and nurses for all they've done for us," he said. "They've made our stay here as pleasant as possible. "I would like to thank my fans and friends for all their prayers and wishes. It's nice to know you've got a lifeline."
LeDoux received a new liver on October 7 after doctors diagnosed the singer with primary sclerosing cholangitis, a liver disease with no known cause.
LeDoux's 33rd album, Cowboy, was released on August 1.
-- Margy Holland, Nashville
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