Rod Stewart has addressed a recent health scare that forced him to cancel two Las Vegas shows at the last minute over the weekend. The 81-year-old singer, known for hits like "Forever Young," told fans at his Tuesday concert why he had to pull the plug on the performances.
Stewart's Explanation to Fans
"I had this awful f—ing sinus infection. I should've gone to the hospital, but I didn't," Stewart said in a video shared by Instagram user @jpasc24. Appearing relatively upbeat, the bleach-blond rocker assured fans that he is almost fully recovered. "When you've got your ears blocked up, it ruins your equilibrium," he explained, adding, "So I might stumble a bit tonight."
Doctor's Advice Led to Cancellation
Last Friday, the "Maggie May" singer announced he had to cancel the weekend shows following advice from his doctor. "My apologies to my family of fans," Stewart said in a statement to the Las Vegas Review-Journal. "I am on vocal rest as I recover from a sinus infection. I look forward to seeing you at a future show at Caesars Palace or on tour this summer."
Busy Summer Ahead for the Rocker
Stewart has had a lengthy series of concerts at Caesars Palace since 2011, beginning with the launch of his "The Hits" residency at the Colosseum, which wrapped up in 2024. Last year, the venue welcomed him back for his new series, "The Encore Shows," which has concerts scheduled until the end of August. The cancer survivor does not appear to be slowing down, as he is scheduled to go on tour over the summer, including one date in Ontario. He will be playing the OLG Stage at Fallsview Casino in Niagara Falls on August 4.
