Sir Rod Stewart Steps Out With Family Support After Health Scare—And Teases an Epic Glastonbury Surprise
Sir Rod Stewart, the legendary rock ‘n’ roll crooner who’s charmed the world for over five decades, made his first public appearance since being forced to cancel multiple shows due to illness. Looking dapper and defiant, the 80-year-old icon stepped out in Beverly Hills with his close-knit family by his side, showing the world that while the flu may have paused the music, it hasn’t dimmed his sparkle.
Rod was joined by his glowing daughter Kimberly, 45, who is expecting her second child, and son Sean, 44—his spitting image. The trio turned heads as they arrived for dinner at the ultra-chic Matsuhisa restaurant, offering a picture of strength, unity, and undeniable rockstar style.
Dapper as Ever—Even in Recovery
Despite still recuperating from the flu, Rod smiled for cameras and fans alike, dressed in a black velvet jacket with gold trim, crisp jeans, and a classic white shirt. A pair of statement sunglasses and a quirky necklace completed his signature look, as he stepped out of a chauffeured car like the showbiz royalty he is.
Kimberly showed off her baby bump in a sleek black mini dress and blazer combo, while Sean opted for California-cool with a simple white tee. The family looked relaxed and close, supporting Rod during a tough stretch in his ongoing One Last Time Tour.
Cancelled Shows, But Not Crushed Spirits
Earlier this month, Rod broke hearts when he announced the cancellation of eight shows—including performances in Las Vegas, Nevada, and California—on doctor’s orders. The flu had taken its toll, and he was ordered to rest his voice.
“I’m devastated,” he wrote in a heartfelt Instagram post. “So sorry, my friends. I’ll be back on stage and will see you soon.”
Even after postponing multiple residency gigs at Caesars Palace, Rod remained hopeful, promising fans rescheduled dates—and making it clear this is only a pit stop, not the finish line.
Back on His Feet—and Back on the Road
Rod’s resilience is no secret. Just weeks after being spotted with a sign around his neck reading “Sorry. Cannot talk. Having vocal rest” in Milan, the “Maggie May” legend returned to the stage in Portugal, showing fans he’s still got the magic.
He’s made it clear: While this may be his final large-scale world tour, he’s not bowing out anytime soon.
“This will be the end of big tours, but I have no desire to retire,” Rod confirmed. “I love what I do, and I do what I love.”
He even joked:
“I’m fit, have a full head of hair, and can run 100 metres in 18 seconds at the jolly old age of 79!”
Rod hinted at a more intimate Swing Fever tour in the future, focused on the Great American Songbook—smaller venues, big soul.
Glastonbury Legends Slot—and a Faces Reunion?!
The most exciting news? Sir Rod is set to make his mark at Glastonbury Festival on June 29, headlining the coveted Sunday legends slot. And he’s not going alone.
Rod casually dropped a bombshell during a recent podcast appearance: he’ll be joined by longtime friend and Faces bandmate Ronnie Wood for a mini-reunion decades in the making.
“Woody and I are doing Glastonbury together,” he confirmed with a wink.
Though tight-lipped on whether Faces drummer Kenney Jones will also take the stage, Rod has confirmed that he and his former bandmates are working on a new album and a documentary to mark their 50th—or possibly 60th—anniversary. Classic Rod: charming, cheeky, and eternally unsure of the year.
A Rock Legend with a Heart of Gold
Rod Stewart’s legacy has never just been about the music. It’s about the way he lives—bold, stylish, full of heart. Whether wiping tears away after cancelling shows or proudly stepping out with his children by his side, Rod is as human as he is heroic.
With Glastonbury on the horizon, a possible Faces reunion, and a return to stage just weeks away, the music world is bracing for a comeback only Rod Stewart could deliver.
Because legends don’t fade—they evolve.
