Willie Nelson Misses Outlaw Music Festival Opening Due to Illness

The 91-year-old country music icon is expected to rejoin the tour after a brief recovery period.

Willie Nelson missed the first three shows of the 2024 Outlaw Music Festival on doctor's orders.
Nelson's son, Lukas, and the Family Band performed in his absence, covering his classics.
The festival features major acts like Bob Dylan, Robert Plant, Alison Krauss, and Celisse.
Nelson's representative assured fans of his quick recovery and return to the tour next week.
The Outlaw Music Festival will continue its scheduled performances through September.