Sir Rod Stewart, the iconic 80-year-old rockstar, has had to cancel his concert at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas due to illness, just weeks before his highly anticipated performance at Glastonbury Festival. The sudden cancellation came with less than two hours' notice on Sunday night, leaving many fans heartbroken.
Social media buzzed with disappointed fans sharing their frustrations and well wishes. One fan expressed their heartbreak after losing travel and accommodation plans, writing, “Absolutely heartbroken your Sunday show at Caesars was canceled 2 hours before doors opened… I cried my heart out and went back to the hotel. Wishing you good health.” Another lamented the timing, as they could not attend the rescheduled show on June 10 due to returning to the UK.
In a statement posted online, Stewart said, “I am sorry to inform you that I’m not feeling well and my show tonight at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace is being rescheduled to June 10. Your tickets will be valid for the new date.”
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Despite this setback, fans can look forward to seeing Stewart return to the stage at Glastonbury Festival in less than 25 days. He will perform during the prestigious Sunday afternoon Legends slot. Joining him will be Ronnie Wood, his former Faces bandmate, marking a reunion on one of music’s grandest stages.
The 2024 Glastonbury line-up also features headliners The 1975, Neil Young, and Olivia Rodrigo. Stewart’s appearance on the Legend Stage is a career milestone, as he previously performed at the festival in 2002 but not in such a prominent slot. Stewart has requested an extended set time, aiming to deliver a performance closer to his usual two-hour shows.
Faces, the band Stewart and Wood were part of, formed in 1969 and gained fame with hits like “Stay With Me” before disbanding in 1975. Since then, Stewart has enjoyed a prolific solo career, with classics such as “Da Ya Think I’m Sexy?” and “Maggie May.” Last year, he received a lifetime achievement award at the American Music Awards, presented by five of his children.
Looking ahead, Stewart announced that while he will not retire, his 2025 European and North American tours will mark the end of his large-scale world tours. Future shows will favor more intimate venues. His latest album, a collaboration with Jools Holland released in February 2024, reached number one on the UK charts.
As fans send their hopes for a swift recovery, Stewart prepares to take center stage at Glastonbury, promising a memorable performance to celebrate his enduring legacy.