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Rod Stewart retiring from touring after more than 6 decades

  • On Monday, September 28, 2026, Rod Stewart announced via Instagram that 'The Final Encore Tour' will be his last rock and roll tour, with the 81-year-old singer confirming, "next year will be my last tour ever, ever."
  • Stewart previously postponed his 2026 'One Last Time Tour' dates last month after undergoing a "routine coronary stent procedure" for an undisclosed underlying heart issue discovered when doctors spotted a blockage.
  • The tour kicks off April 23, 2027, in Dublin, Ireland, featuring 21 dates across Europe through July 24, with additional performances scheduled in the United States, including Georgia, Florida, and Colorado.
  • International tickets for the tour go on presale Tuesday, September 29, at 10 a.m. BST, with general release beginning Friday, October 2, at 10 a.m. BST per Statement 15.
  • Despite announcing his final rock and roll tour, the 81-year-old artist, who has sold over 120 million records, clarified, "I'm not retiring," emphasizing his desire to thank fans for their support.
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The rock star announced that after her final tour she retired. She published a statement for her fans explaining the reason for her decision to step back.

·Buenos Aires, Argentina
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The musician confirms his withdrawal from the great live performances to preserve the quality of his recitals

·Madrid, Spain
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The last aches he has suffered in the middle of his concerts have pronounced sentence: Rod Stewart withdraws from the stages. Thus he has confirmed himself in a statement to announce 'The Final Encore', a farewell tour that to the misfortune of his Spanish fans will not pass through our country .«Well, here we go... The time has come to say goodbye to life on the road. After more than six decades, 'The Final Encore' will undoubtedly be my last c…

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Rod Stewart announces farewell tour after heart procedure: 'I'm not retiring'

Rod Stewart canceled a few shows earlier this year because of health issues.

·Cleveland, United States
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Belfast Live broke the news in Belfast, United Kingdom on Monday, September 28, 2026.
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