Country Music Icon Ronnie Dunn Abruptly Leaves Stage During Performance Due to Health Concerns

Country music artist Ronnie Dunn exited the concert stage at Gainbridge Fieldhouse after reportedly feeling unwell.

Recently released video footage from the April 3 event, shared on TikTok by radio host Matt Malone, showed the Brooks & Dunn artist patting his chest before leaving the stage abruptly. The performer was in the middle of an encore of “Boot Scootin’ Boogie” when he suddenly halted and prompted the audience to “sing it if you know it.” He signaled to his bandmates, patted his chest, waved goodbye, and quickly left as the band continued playing in a video that can be seen here.

Malone captured the video with the message, “Feel better, Ronnie!!! Thanks for giving us all you could!!”

The renowned country band appeared unfazed when Dunn left the stage and did not address the situation at the time, and it seems that their upcoming tour schedule remains unaffected by the health issue.

A Taste of Country noted that Dunn was seen sitting during the concert, with some fans commenting that the singer’s voice seemed a bit “winded” during the performance.

NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE – NOVEMBER 20: EDITORIAL USE ONLY Ronnie Dunn and Kix Brooks attend the 2024 CMA Awards at Music City Center on November 20, 2024 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Taylor Hill/WireImage) Getty Images

Dunn faced strep throat and COVID in March. While performing on stage at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas, he humorously commented on his condition.
“We call it strovid… If you hear the wrong notes tonight, we’ll blame it on that. Any other time it’s just me,” he stated, as reported by the Houston Press. (RELATED: Legendary Singer Billy Joel Cancels Months Worth Of Tour Dates)

Brooks & Dunn is currently engaged in their Neon Moon tour, expected to continue through April 26, with a stop in Louisville, Kentucky.

The duo released their latest album “Reboot II” in November 2024.