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Roger Daltrey Warns Health Risks Could Cut Short The Who’s Final North American Tour

The admission comes days before the 16-date farewell run begins in Florida

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Roger Daltrey of The Who sings during a concert at Oracle Arena on May 19, 2016. The 81-year-old singer revealed last week that health fears may prevent him from completing The Who’s final U.S. tour, including a Bay Area stop this fall.

Overview

  • Sir Roger Daltrey says long-term effects of a meningitis infection nine years ago have disrupted his internal thermometer, triggering excessive sweating in warm conditions and risking serious illness.
  • He has also revealed progressive hearing loss and a diagnosis of incurable macular degeneration that impair his on-stage vision and endurance.
  • The Who will embark on a 16-date farewell tour beginning Aug. 16 in Sunrise, Florida and ending Sept. 28 in Las Vegas.
  • The band replaced longtime drummer Zak Starkey with Scott Devours for the final run of shows.
  • Members insist this will be their last full tour, though they have not ruled out occasional one-off concerts.