It’s the year 2026 — which means that many classic rock-and-rollers are now in their golden years.
Although many have retired or passed away, some continue to try and relive their glory days onstage.
Among those who still perform is 81-year-old British rock legend Rod Stewart.
But, during one of his recent concerts in Utah, the musician was forced to pause in order to breathe into an oxygen tank after nearly fainting.
Watch the moment here:
🚨 EXCLUSIVE: Rod Stewart had a rough show in Utah … doubling over in discomfort during the set — and needing puffs from an oxygen tank onstage. pic.twitter.com/iT0idEp86t
— TMZ (@TMZ) June 21, 2026
And, here are some clearer images from the concert:
Last night, Rod Stewart nearly fainted in the middle of a concert, and they had to give him oxygen in front of all his fans 🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/ED6CR2GfVj
— 🎸 Rock History 🎸 (@historyrock_) June 21, 2026
After this incident, Rod Stewart told the crowd that the “show must go on” and finished it seated in a chair.
One week prior to this, he also had to cancel a concert due to health issues.
Per Page Six:
West Valley City sits roughly 4,300 feet above sea level, and the altitude may have played a factor in the singer’s apparent discomfort.
The incident comes one week after Stewart canceled a June 12 concert in San Diego less than an hour before showtime.
Organizers initially cited a sinus infection, while Stewart later revealed he had been diagnosed with an acute upper respiratory infection that caused laryngitis.
ADVERTISEMENTStewart later faced criticism when he was spotted at a World Cup match in Boston less than a day after pulling out of the San Diego concert.
Photos and videos shared online showed him cheering on Scotland from the stands after traveling by private jet with his sons, Aidan and Alastair, and appearing to enjoy a drink while watching the match.
The singer also canceled two Las Vegas shows in May, telling fans he was on vocal rest while battling a sinus infection.
“My apologies to my family of fans. I am on vocal rest as I recover from a sinus infection,” Stewart said at the time.
“I look forward to seeing you at a future show at Caesars Palace or on tour this summer.”
Despite the recent health setbacks, Stewart has maintained that he has no plans to retire.
This is rather sad to see, frankly.
Ironically, South Park actually did an episode about this exact thing years ago.
An X user shared that clip:
Pretty sure South Park did an episode on this. 😆 pic.twitter.com/rg8kKxYx77
— TheRealVerbz (Jason Verbelli) (@TheRealVerbz) June 21, 2026
Many others are encouraging Rod to call it quits in light of the recent health issues:
That’s just sad…
Please stop touring & just enjoy your grand children, Rod 🤦🏻♀️— SasEoldArmyBroad (@OldArmyBroad) June 21, 2026
At some point, exit stage right might be the best option.
— Southern Sense (@Hugcos80) June 21, 2026
Why? I’ve seen one of the last shows of James Brown and it was sad: two rather bulky ladies were literally propping him up on each side. We love you dude, you don’t need to do this…
— bostone (@bostone) June 22, 2026
What do you think?
Should Rod Stewart finally retire?
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