The music legend has shared a health update on social media following a coronary stent procedure
Sir Rod Stewart has withdrawn from the remainder of his US tour dates after undergoing heart surgery.
The 81 year old rock icon took to Instagram to reveal he will be taking four weeks off to recover following a coronary stent procedure.
“I’m already feeling better and very much on the mend,” he said. “I want to thank the doctors, nurses and everyone who has taken such wonderful care of me.
“I am deeply disappointed to miss these shows and sorry to let my fans down, but I look forward to getting back on stage and having a good time with you all again soon.”
His team confirmed Sir Rod was “doing very well” after the operation and had “returned to his normal daily activities.”.
The statement added: “On the advice of his doctors, he will take the next four weeks to recuperate and regain full fitness before returning to the stage. Unfortunately, this means he will be unable to continue his current tour dates.
“Information regarding affected performances will be communicated by the respective promoters and venues.”
The announcement follows Sir Rod’s postponement of gigs in Cincinnati and Cleveland due to medical issues.
Cleveland’s Rocket Arena later announced the cancellation on social media, stating: “Following a period of monitoring, doctors have advised Rod Stewart to rest for at least 48 hours. As a result, his performance tomorrow night, August 11, 2026 at Rocket Arena in Cleveland has been cancelled.
“Rod is disappointed to miss the show and appreciates everyone’s understanding. He looks forward to returning to the stage soon.”
Health concerns have also led to the postponement and cancellation of several gigs throughout May and June.
In May, the ‘Maggie May’ hitmaker issued “apologies to my family of fans” via a statement to the Las Vegas Review-Journal after scrapping Nevada dates, explaining: “I am on vocal rest as I recover from a sinus infection.”
Less than a month later, he pulled the plug on his San Diego concert following a diagnosis of a respiratory infection which developed into laryngitis.
Earlier this month, the rock icon celebrated becoming a grandfather for the sixth time as his daughter Ruby gave birth to a baby boy called Levi.
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