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Rod Stewart postpones concert due to 'minor medical procedure' on One Last Time tour

By Tracy Wright

Published August 10, 2026

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Rod Stewart was forced to postpone a concert at the last minute due to a "minor medical procedure."

Stewart, 81, was expected to take the stage at the Riverbend Music Center in Cincinnati on Sunday with Richard Marx as part of his "One Last Time" tour.

"Due to an unforeseen but minor medical procedure that required prompt attention, Rod Stewart's performance tonight in Cincinnati at Riverbend Music Center has been POSTPONED," the venue shared at the 11th hour.

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Rod Stewart sings on stage

Rod Stewart was forced to reschedule a concert on his "One Last Time" tour Sunday in Cincinatti. (Jeff Kravitz)

"Rescheduling is currently underway, with additional information to follow on Tuesday. All previously purchased tickets will be honored for the rescheduled date."

The venue added, "Rod is expected to make a quick recovery and looks forward to returning to Cincinnati."

Stewart's representatives did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment.

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Earlier this year, the "Forever Young" singer canceled two Las Vegas concerts on doctor's orders hours before showtime.

Rod Stewart performing on stage at Ascend Amphitheater in Nashville, Tennessee

The venue noted "rescheduling is currently underway" after Stewart's "unforeseen but minor medical procedure." (Jason Kempin/Getty Images)

"Following his doctor’s advice, Rod Stewart has regretfully canceled his performances at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas on May 29 and 30, but is scheduled to return with shows beginning June 2," a representative told the Las Vegas Review-Journal at the time.

Stewart later apologized to fans in a statement shared on social media.

"My apologies to my family of fans. I am on vocal rest as I recover from a sinus infection," he wrote. "I look forward to seeing you at a future show at Caesars Palace or on tour this summer."

ROD STEWART TURNS TO OXYGEN TANK MID-CONCERT AFTER NEARLY COLLAPSING ONSTAGE

In June, the "Maggie May" musician canceled another show hours before he was set to take the stage.

rod stewart with arms spread wide onstage

The "Forever Young" singer embarked on his tour in 2024 and wraps in September. ( Don Arnold/WireImage)

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"Well, here I am in beautiful Chula Vista as the stage is being taken down around me. Following treatment, I’m feeling much better, but my voice is not," he wrote on his Instagram Stories at the time, according to the San Diego Union-Tribune.

"I’m very disappointed and sincerely apologise for any inconvenience to my fans. I did everything I could to make the show happen tonight, but unfortunately it just wasn’t possible. I will do my utmost to reschedule," he said.

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Later that month, Stewart "nearly fainted" mid-show and required an oxygen tank.

Rod Stewart with his arm around Penny Lancaster

Stewart and wife Penny Lancaster have been married since 2007. (Denise Truscello/Getty Images )

In a video obtained by TMZ, Stewart began to heavily lean on various pieces of equipment while still attempting to perform. At one point, he turned around and gave a nod to a team of people backstage who quickly tended to him.

One woman brought out an oxygen tank, while another put a cold compress on his neck.

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"The show must go on," Stewart said in the microphone, before admitting he "nearly fainted."

Tracy Wright is an entertainment reporter for Fox News Digital. Send story tips to Tracy.Wright@fox.com.

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