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Rod Stewart Retiring From Touring After More than 6 Decades
The 81-year-old singer said health challenges and canceled shows led him to end a touring career that began more than 60 years ago.
Legendary singer Sir Rod Stewart announced The Final Encore Tour Monday, marking his retirement from touring after more than six decades of performing.
His decision follows a coronary stent procedure that forced the 81-year-old to cancel portions of his One Last Time farewell tour earlier this year.
Stewart's farewell run kicks off April 23 at Dublin's 3Arena, visiting London, Amsterdam, and Berlin before concluding July 24 at Hannover's ZAG Arena.
Wife Penny Lancaster revealed Stewart suffered an underlying heart issue, but doctors detected a slight blockage in time, allowing him to prepare for final shows.
Stewart said, "I've been singing the music I love since I was 19 years old," expressing gratitude and promising fans one final memorable show.