Rod Stewart cancels remaining tour dates after stent procedure

Sir Rod Stewart has been forced to call off the remainder of his "One Last Time" farewell tour following a coronary stent procedure. The decision comes after the legendary rocker postponed and canceled several recent performances.

Stewart canceled his show in Cleveland on Tuesday, August 11, shortly after postponing his Sunday concert in Cincinnati. At the time, the Cincinnati venue cited an "unforeseen but minor medical procedure that required prompt attention."

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Following further medical evaluation, Sir Rod Stewart has successfully undergone a routine coronary stent procedure. Doctors are pleased with his recovery, and Rod is doing very well and has returned to his normal daily activities.

Doctors have confirmed that Stewart, 81, has successfully undergone a routine coronary stent procedure and is recovering well. A statement from his publicist indicated that he is "doing very well and has returned to his normal daily activities." However, on medical advice, he will take the next four weeks to recuperate fully before returning to the stage.

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On the advice of his doctors, he will take the next four weeks to recuperate and regain full fitness before returning to the stage. Unfortunately, this means he will be unable to continue his current tour dates.

"I'm already feeling better and very much on the mend," Stewart said in the statement. "I want to thank the doctors, nurses and everyone who has taken such wonderful care of me. I'm deeply disappointed to miss these shows and sorry to let my fans down, but I look forward to getting back on stage and having a good time with you all again soon."

The Grammy Award-winning artist, known for hits like "Maggie May" and "Tonight's The Night," was scheduled to perform through September 3 in North America, including dates in Las Vegas and Mexico. Details regarding rescheduled or canceled shows will be communicated by the respective promoters and venues.

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I’m already feeling better and very much on the mend. I want to thank the doctors, nurses and everyone who has taken such wonderful care of me. I’m deeply disappointed to miss these shows and sorry to let my fans down, but I look forward to getting back on stage and having a good time with you all again soon.