Rod Stewart nearly fainted on stage and had to stop his concert for a few minutes to get medical help.
Days after facing backlash for skipping his weekend concert for the FIFA Opening Ceremony, Rod Stewart is back on stage for one of his final concerts. However, according to recent reports shared online, the famous singer ended up almost fainting in front of everyone and had to pause the event to recover.
Rod Stewart faints on stage during his last concert
According to recent TMZ reports, the singer took the stage in front of his fans at the Utah First Credit Union Amphitheater in West Valley City. However, in the middle of his performance, he had to take a break and pause the event. It was noted that Stewart appeared to be in pain during his performance and had to return backstage in order to be administered oxygen midway through the show.Videos from the post were also shared online, which showed the singer doubling over as staff rushed to get him an oxygen tank.
For the remainder of the concert, Stewart sat in a chair on stage and performed his songs in the same manner. While on stage, he also made some jokes about his health with fans and about pausing the concert.
Rod Stewart has canceled many of his shows
Rod Stewart canceled a lot of concerts due to health problems.
This news comes after the veteran star canceled many of his shows at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. He indicated in a statement that the doctors ordered him to rest more, and that he would reschedule the performances.
Not only that, some Nevada and California dates have also been canceled and rescheduled until further notice by the singer.He posted an official message online to fans, saying: “So sorry my friends. I’m devastated and sincerely apologize for any inconvenience to my fans. I’ll be back on stage, we’ll see you soon – Sir Rod (heartbreak emoji).”Furthermore, just a few days ago, Stewart was scheduled to perform on June 12; However, just hours before the concert, as fans began gathering at the venue, he announced that he would not be able to perform.
His team said in a statement on social media: “Based on the advice of his doctors and after being diagnosed with an acute upper respiratory 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 plane with his two sons, talking about how he would never miss the opening ceremony of the FIFA World Cup and watch his favorite team in action. Many fans and netizens criticized him for his reckless behavior. Many wondered if he was really sick enough to cancel a concert, but he did not cancel his visit to the FIFA stadium.