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Sting Cancels Concerts on Doctor’s Orders


Sting has canceled his upcoming concerts due to a temporary throat infection. Get the details.

“I am steadily improving from a temporary throat infection which has prevented me from singing,” he revealed, thanking fans for “all of the well wishes.” “I’m looking forward to resuming my performances and rescheduled shows soon.” As of now, the musician is still expected to appear alongside Billie Eilish, Olivia Rodrigo, Lady Gaga and more major stars at the FireAid benefit concert supporting wildfire relief in L.A. on Jan. 30. After a special joint performance with Billy Joel at Indianapolis’ Lucas Oil Stadium on Feb. 8, the “Fortress Around Your Heart” artist will embark on a run of Latin American shows starting Feb. 14 in Rio de Janeiro.

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