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Paul Simon Cancels Two Shows to Undergo Minor Surgery

Paul Simon performed the first of three scheduled shows in Philadelphia on June 26 as part of his 2025 A Quiet Celebration tour.
He cancelled the June 28 and 29 performances at Philadelphia's Academy of Music because his persistent and severe back pain worsened to the point that it required immediate treatment.
Simon shared a statement on Instagram describing the situation as demanding immediate attention and announced a minor surgery planned in the next few days.
A statement posted on Simon’s Instagram explained that the situation has reached a critical point requiring urgent care, while expressing optimism that after a minor surgery, he will be able to finish the tour and potentially reschedule missed shows.
He will miss the Philadelphia shows without rescheduling but plans to continue the tour, which resumes July 7 in Long Beach, California.

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