WILLIE Nelson has left fans concerned for his wellbeing after announcing that he’s missing part of Outlaw Music Festival.
The On The Road Again singer fell ill, according to a statement he released on X – formerly Twitter.
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While Willie, 91, did not reveal the nature of his ailment, he did share with fans that he’ll be unable to take the stage for days.
“We regret to inform you that Willie Nelson is not feeling well and, per doctor’s orders, has been advised to rest for the next four days,” the statement began.
“He is expected to make a quick recovery and join the Outlaw Music Festival tour next week. In the meantime, Lukas Nelson and the Family Band, along with a few guests, will perform a special set to include Willie’s classics and other songs.”
The statement went on, “Bob Dylan, Robert Plant, & Alison Krauss and Celisse will continue to perform as scheduled.”
Fans in the comments expressed concern and sent well-wishes to the musician.
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“You can not just start a tweet with ‘We regret to inform you that Willie Nelson’,” one fan posted on the social media platform.
“Jesus you scared the heck out of us,” another person posted.
“Professionally speaking, if he is gonna be ok, do not start off with we regret to inform you about a 91 year old.”
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Someone else shared a GIf of Care Bares standing together in a line.
Text over the GIF read, “Sending positive vibes.”
“My best wishes for Willie to get better soon. Lukas sings so much like his dad,” a fourth fan posted.
“You could have just removed the first line and spared us all from the heartbreak,” another comment read.
A sixth commenter wrote, “Wow that’s an amazing lineup and can’t believe Willie is out there still doing his thing. Hope he feels better soon.”
“Feel better soon,” someone else shared.
“Love you Willie!! Rest up!! Feel better!!!” an eighth fan commented.
ALL ABOUT OUTLAW
The 2024 Outlaw Music Festival is headed to Charlotte, North Carolina, for a show at PNC Music Pavilion on Saturday, June 22.
Willie was set to perform there and do another show at Coastal Credit Union Music Park in Raleigh, North Carolina, on Sunday, June 23.
He is expected to take the stage on Wednesday, June 26, at Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
The festival was announced in February and is expected to run through September.
In addition to the all-star lineup already announced, John Mellencamp is set to join the festival.
The 72-year-old Hurts So Good singer will replace Robert, 75, and Alison, 52.
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