Rod Stewart appears to make record recovery, hours after canceling San Diego concert
San Diego Union-Tribune • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Rod Stewart canceled his San Diego concert last minute due to a sinus infection and acute upper respiratory infection causing laryngitis, as confirmed by his doctors and Live Nation, the show's promoter.
- Despite the typical recovery time for laryngitis being one to three weeks, Stewart posted a video the following morning speaking and singing clearly, which surprised fans given the previous night's cancellation.
- Stewart's representative explained he received steroid treatment to regain his voice, but it came too late for the San Diego show; he was present at the venue but unable to perform.
- Some fans criticized Stewart on social media for posting a lively video shortly after canceling the concert, questioning the timing and his decision to travel while ill.
- Stewart expressed regret over the cancellation and hopes to reschedule the San Diego performance; his farewell tour continues with upcoming shows through August.