Is Mark Chesnutt OK? Country star cancels two shows after being hospitalized

Mark Chesnutt was hospitalized on November 1, 2023, and is undergoing tests to determine the cause of his medical issues, as per his team
PUBLISHED NOV 5, 2023
Mark Chesnutt was reportedly hospitalized and had to cancel two of his shows (Rick Diamond/Getty Images for Country Thunder)
Mark Chesnutt was reportedly hospitalized and had to cancel two of his shows (Rick Diamond/Getty Images for Country Thunder)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Country singer Mark Chesnutt, renowned for his '90s chart-toppers, has found himself in the hospital once again, causing concern among his devoted fan base.

An update on his health was initially posted by his team on social media but was mysteriously removed.

However, a post made after the singer's hospitalization on Wednesday, November 1, 2023, from his account on X, formerly Twitter, read, "Mark and his management team regret we have had to cancel two shows this week. Mark was admitted to the hospital Wednesday evening and is now in the Critical Care Unit in stable condition. He is receiving care and undergoing multiple tests to identify the cause of his medical issues."



 

Mark Chesnutt's previous health issues

According to distractify.com, this isn't the first time that the singer's health issues have led to show cancellations. In February 2023, he had to disappoint his fans for similar reasons.

He said, "Due to health issues and doctors' orders, I will unfortunately be required to cancel this week of performances at Key Western Fest, Renegades, and The Stockyard to rest and recuperate." 

Mark, who also canceled a show in August 2023 without any explanation, underwent back surgery in 2021. This also led him to step away from the stage.

As of the time of writing, the 60-year-old country sensation remains in the hospital, with fans anxiously awaiting updates on his condition.

Country icon's journey, roots, and current health challenges

Mark Chesnutt, known for his rich textured voice and iconic country music career, was born on September 6, 1963, in Beaumont, Texas.

His stardom reached its pinnacle in the 1990s, marked by chart-topping hits such as 'Bubba Shot the Jukebox', 'It's a Little Too Late', and 'I Don't Want to Miss a Thing'.

He has been a prominent figure in the country music industry for over three decades, boasting a strong and devoted fan base.

Mark's father Bob Chesnutt reportedly served as his inspiration. Bob, a singer himself, guided his son onto the path of music.

Mark began recording songs at the age of 17, spending ten years working with small labels. By the end of the 1980s, he gained recognition by the release of eight singles.

While the exact cause of his recent hospitalization remains unclear, Mark Chesnutt's medical team is diligently working to pinpoint the issue, and fans worldwide await his swift recovery.

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