“At this time I have to prioritize my health”: Bad Company’s Paul Rodgers drops out of this year’s Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony – after previously confirming reunion plans

Paul Rodgers Withdraws from Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Ceremony Due to Health

Bad Company’s Paul Rodgers announced he will not attend this year’s Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony, citing health concerns. Days before the event, the singer and guitarist shared his decision on social media.

“My hope was to be at the Rock & Rock Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and to perform for the fans, but at this time I have to prioritize my health,” Rodgers wrote on the band’s official Instagram.

He clarified that singing is not the issue, but rather “the stress of everything else.” Rodgers added that Simon Kirke, Bad Company's drummer, along with other talented musicians, will perform in his place, ensuring a strong show.

Event and Induction Details

The induction ceremony is scheduled for this weekend at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. Besides Bad Company, other inductees include:

Cancelled Reunion Between Rodgers and Kirke

Simon Kirke, the other surviving original member of Bad Company and former Free drummer, had previously revealed plans for a reunion performance with Rodgers. This would have been their first joint stage appearance since 2019.

“I’m not at liberty to say which songs. I mean, quite honestly, I don’t give a shit,” Kirke told Gold Derby regarding the planned setlist.

However, due to Rodgers' health, the reunion will not take place as intended.

Summary

Paul Rodgers will miss the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony to focus on his health, prompting Simon Kirke and other musicians to fill in, ending plans for the duo's first reunion stage performance since 2019.

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