{
  "id": 571356,
  "title": "Rod Stewart postpones concert at last minute due to ‘medical procedure’",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/11/rod-stewart-postpones-concert-at-last-minute-due-to-medical-procedure",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-11T14:15:28.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Global News",
    "slug": "global-news",
    "url": "https://globalnews.ca/news/12016683/rod-stewart-postpones-concert-medical-procedure/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Renowned British rock musician Rod Stewart abruptly canceled his upcoming show in Cincinnati on Sunday night due to a minor medical procedure, according to a statement released ahead of the performance. The 81-year-old artist was set to perform at Riverbend Music Center as part of his One Last Time tour, but the venue announced the postponement on Facebook, citing the need for prompt attention from the procedure. Stewart is expected to recover quickly and return to Cincinnati for the rescheduled date, which will be communicated on Tuesday. The musician also canceled a show in Cleveland the following day, as doctors advised him to rest for at least 48 hours. A subsequent statement from Rocket Arena explained that Stewart's performance was canceled due to the medical concerns, and that refunds were available at the point of purchase. Despite facing multiple cancellations and rescheduling issues recently, Stewart has been touring with his One Last Time tour for the past year and has two more shows scheduled in Iowa and Kansas City before returning to Las Vegas for his Encore Shows residency.",
  "summary": "British rock legend Rod Stewart has postponed his Ohio concert at the Riverbend Music Center in Cincinnati, Ohio, due to a \"minor medical procedure\" on Sunday. The 81-year-old singer was set to perform as part of his One Last Time tour, but a statement released ahead of the show announced the postponement. Rescheduling is currently underway, with additional information expected to be released on Tuesday. Previously purchased tickets will be honored for the rescheduled date. Stewart also canceled a gig in Cleveland less than 24 hours after postponing his Cincinnati show, citing the need to rest for at least 48 hours.",
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  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}