Rod Stewart Postpones US Show Due to Medical Procedure

Legendary singer Rod Stewart has postponed a live show in the US at the last minute due to health issues. The 81-year-old artist had been scheduled to perform at the Riverbend Music Center in Cincinnati, Ohio, on Sunday, August 9, as part of his current ‘One Last Time’ North American tour.

However, just hours before doors were set to open, organizers shared a statement confirming that the concert would no longer be going ahead as planned. “Due to an unforeseen but minor medical procedure that required prompt attention, Rod Stewart’s performance tonight in Cincinnati has been postponed,” it read. “Rescheduling is currently underway, with additional information to follow on Tuesday.”

The message confirmed that all previously purchased tickets will be honored for the rescheduled date. “Rod is expected to make a quick recovery and looks forward to returning to Cincinnati,” the post concluded.

Stewart’s most recent live show took place in Connecticut last Friday (August 7), following performances in Virginia and New York State. He is currently scheduled to make a stop in Cleveland, Ohio, tomorrow (Tuesday, August 11) ahead of further US dates this month and into September, including his residency at Las Vegas’ The Colosseum at Caesars Palace.

Earlier this summer, Stewart was forced to pause a gig in Utah to use an oxygen tank after nearly fainting on stage. This followed him facing backlash when he was spotted cheering for Scotland at a World Cup game, just hours after canceling a concert in California due to health reasons. At that time, his team stated that he was suffering from an acute upper respiratory infection that resulted in laryngitis.

In his own message regarding that previous incident, the veteran singer told fans: “Following treatment, I’m feeling much better, but my voice is not. I’m very disappointed and sincerely apologize for any inconvenience to my fans.”

Stewart’s ‘One Last Time’ farewell tour included his legendary slot on the Pyramid Stage at Glastonbury Festival last year. This spring, the star indicated he would “probably” wrap up live touring for good with a UK run in 2027. In 2024, Stewart noted he was done with “large-scale world tours,” stating his 2025 run of arena shows would be his last, though he added at the time that he had “no desire to retire.”