Days after facing backlash for skipping his weekend concert for FIFA’s opening ceremony, Rod Stewart returned to the stage for his latest concert. However, according to recent reports shared online, the famous singer almost fainted in front of everyone and had to pause the event to recover.
Rod Stewart fainted on stage during his last concert performance
According to a recently published TMZ report, the singer took the stage for his fans at the Utah First Credit Union Amphitheater in West Valley City. In the middle of his performance, however, he was forced to take a break and pause the event. It was revealed that Stewart was in pain while performing and even had to go backstage to be given oxygen in the middle of the show.Videos of the publication were also shared online, showing the singer doubled over as staff members rushed to fetch him an oxygen tank. For the remainder of the concert, Stewart performed his songs in a similar fashion while sitting on a chair on stage. While on stage, he also joked with fans about his health and concert breaks.
Rod Stewart canceled many of his shows
Rod Stewart has canceled many concert shows due to health issues.
The news comes after the veteran star canceled several of his shows for his The Colosseum at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. He mentioned in a statement that doctors have ordered him to rest more and he will reschedule the shows. Not only that, some Nevada and California dates were also canceled and rescheduled until further notice by the singer.He posted an official message to fans online, saying, “Sorry, my friends. I’m devastated and sincerely apologize for any inconvenience to my fans. I’ll be back on stage, and we’ll see you soon – Sir Rod (heartbreak emoji).”On top of that, just a few days ago, Stewart was set to perform on June 12; However, just hours before the concert, when fans began to gather at the venue, he announced that he would not be able to perform. A statement from his team on social media read, “On the advice of his doctors and following the diagnosis of an acute upper respiratory tract infection resulting in laryngitis, he is unable to take the stage this evening.“Hours later, fans were outraged after he posted a video from a private jet with his two sons, talking about how he won’t be able to attend the FIFA World Cup opening ceremony and see his favorite team on the field. Many fans and netizens called him out for his inconsiderate behavior. Many questioned whether he was really ill enough to cancel a concert, but he did not cancel his visit to the FIFA stadium.
