# Rod Stewart Back on Tour After Health Hurdles | Entertainment and Celebrity News

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Podcast: [Entertainment & Celebrity News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/entertainment-celebrity-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7442868)
Published: 2026-08-01T20:06:55+00:00
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Rod Stewart, 81, is defying age and illness to deliver his “One Last Time” farewell tour with electrifying energy—dancing, singing, and proving he’s still got it. After canceling shows due to laryngitis and respiratory issues, even using an oxygen tank in Utah, he’s back on stage across North America with 40 gigs planned this year, aiming for a UK encore next year before retirement. His recent Boston World Cup appearance after skipping a California date sparked controversy—but he admits he made the call to protect his family. This isn’t just a tour; it’s a final, defiant roar from a legend refusing to fade. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/f2faa1755aeaecb0

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