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Rod Stewart Cancels Six U.S. Shows as Flu Recovery Casts Doubt on Glastonbury Return

He is postponing early June dates to focus on recovery before his Legends slot at Glastonbury Festival.

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Overview

  • Stewart announced the cancellation or rescheduling of six U.S. concerts in early June as he continues recovering from a flu diagnosis.
  • The cancelled dates include June performances at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas and a Lake Tahoe Amphitheatre show in Stateline, while California appearances have been moved to September.
  • His decision has prompted questions about his readiness to headline the Pyramid Stage Legends slot at Glastonbury Festival on June 29.
  • Stewart plans to reunite with former Faces bandmate Ronnie Wood for part of his Glastonbury set, marking their first major collaboration in decades.
  • The 80-year-old, fresh from a Lifetime Achievement Award at the American Music Awards, has said these will be his final large-scale tours but intends to continue performing in more intimate venues.