Rod Stewart sends message to fans after pulling out of California gig on medical grounds

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13 Jun 2026 • 9:40 PM MYT
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Rod Stewart sends message to fans after pulling out of California gig on medical grounds

  • Rod Stewart was force to cancel his concert in Chula Vista, California, on Friday, 12 June, just hours before he was scheduled to perform.
  • The cancellation occurred on medical grounds, following doctors' advice after he was diagnosed with an acute upper respiratory infection that resulted in laryngitis.
  • Despite travelling to the venue and making every effort to perform, Stewart was ultimately unable to take to the stage.
  • He later posted on Instagram, expressing his profound disappointment, apologising to his fans for the inconvenience, and pledging to do his utmost to reschedule the show.
  • This incident follows earlier cancellations in May, when the singer had to pull out of two Las Vegas shows due to a sinus infection, as he continues his One Last Time tour.

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