Rod Stewart Cancels Las Vegas Shows

Rod Stewart has pulled the plug on two upcoming performances in Las Vegas, just hours before he was set to take the stage.

The 81-year-old rock star had shows scheduled at the Colosseum at Caesars Palace for May 29 and 30. However, the news of the cancellation came even before the doors opened.

A spokesperson for Stewart informed the Las Vegas Review that he canceled the shows on medical advice, but plans to return for a performance on June 2.

Stewart himself issued an apology to his fans, sharing that he is currently resting his voice due to a sinus infection. He expressed eagerness to connect with his audience at the upcoming shows or during his summer tour.

Interestingly, one official said they received the cancellation notice at 5:48 p.m., just under two hours before the performance was supposed to start at 7:30 p.m.

Some fans were quick to react; one remarked, “I feel like the Colosseum is cursed,” while another suggested that it’s time for Stewart to retire and find peace in his later years.

Despite this setback, Stewart maintains that he is not planning to step away from music any time soon.

After previously announcing a farewell tour in 2024, he clarified that he wouldn’t be performing major tours but isn’t ready to retire completely. “This is the end of my extensive world tour, but I have no intention of retiring,” he stated on social media. “I love what I do and I do what I love.”

He added that he still feels healthy and active, even stating, “I can run 100 meters in 18 seconds,” despite being in his late 70s.

Last year, Stewart mentioned to AARP his commitment to health, noting, “I’ve played soccer all my life,” although he acknowledged he plays less now due to knee surgery. He emphasized the importance of having a personal trainer for nearly four decades.

He described his fitness routine, which includes a large gym and an indoor pool. “We do a lot of underwater training,” he explained, sharing some of the exercises he enjoys, like swimming and sprinting on a private track. “I’ll aim to run in the 17-second range. I think this could be an 80-year-old world record.”