After more than six decades: British rock legend retires from the stage

Rod Stewart, the 81-year-old British rock legend, has announced his final retirement from the stage after more than six decades of career. He will embark on a farewell tour starting next year in Dublin. The decision comes amid a series of health issues, including a recent heart procedure and the cancellation of 11 shows in the US.

Rod Stewart, the 81-year-old British rock legend, announced today (Monday) his final retirement from the stage after more than six decades of career. Stewart, who has sold over 250 million records and been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame twice, will embark on a farewell tour starting in Dublin next year. In a statement he released, he wrote: "It's time to say goodbye to life on the road." The decision comes amid a series of health issues. Last month, he underwent a heart stent procedure and canceled 11 shows in the US. Last June, he stopped a show in Utah after nearly fainting on stage. Earlier, he suffered from the flu and a severe respiratory infection. Against the backdrop of his medical condition, he faced criticism after canceling a show in California but performing at a Scotland World Cup match hours later.