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Rick Wakeman Says Brain Surgery Was Successful, U.S. Tour Reset for March 2026

Following a shunt for normal pressure hydrocephalus, the 76-year-old reports intact piano skills, plus clearance to travel from his surgeon.

Overview

  • Rick Wakeman says last week’s corrective shunt procedure for normal pressure hydrocephalus was successful and he is recuperating at home.
  • He posted that his surgeon expects him to be fit to travel for the rescheduled North American ‘Wakeman & Son’ dates in March 2026.
  • The 13-date tour with his son Oliver is scheduled to open March 11 in Ridgefield, Connecticut, and conclude March 29 in Red Bank, New Jersey.
  • He plans to perform two Saving Strays charity concerts in Norwich and Ipswich on December 19–20, 2025.
  • Wakeman says his piano playing appears unaffected and thanked fans for support after earlier postponements linked to spinal surgery and mobility issues.