Brooks & Dunn singer walks off stage during encore, sparking health concerns
- Ronnie Dunn, one half of Brooks & Dunn, walked off stage during their encore in Indianapolis on Thursday.
- Dunn, age 71, has been battling illness, including the flu and strep throat, which caused him to struggle.
- Dunn sat during 'Rock My World' and left during 'Boot Scootin' Boogie', gesturing to his guitarist and waving.
- Fans reported Dunn's voice cracked; one fan quoted Dunn saying, 'Sing it if you know it' during the show.
- Despite concerns and speculation, Dunn returned to the stage Friday, and Saturday's show in Rosemont went on as planned.
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