Paul Simon Recovering From Successful Back Surgery After Canceling Tour Dates
Paul Simon is on the mend after canceling two shows from his A Quiet Celebration tour to undergo minor back surgery.
On Thursday, the 16x Grammy winner updated his fans with a statement after having the procedure to “alleviate severe back pain that he has been experiencing for some time,” but he will have to push his return to the tour by one more day.
“Thanks to the great team of doctors, the surgery went well, as expected,” the statement continued. “However, it has become clear he will need one additional day of rest and recuperation to insure he is able to perform at the top of his ability in Long Beach.”
Originally scheduled for Monday, July 7, Simon’s show at the Terrace Theater in Long Beach, California, has been bumped one night to July 8 “out of an abundance of caution” as he recovers from the procedure. He then begins a five-night run at Disney Hall in Los Angeles, starting July 9.
“We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause, but Paul is looking forward to seeing everyone in Long Beach on Tuesday,” Simon’s statement added.
Simon previously cancelled his June 28 and 29 shows in Philadelphia to get the surgery for his “chronic and intense back pain.”
After retiring from touring in 2018 due to hearing loss, Simon announced his 20-city tour in February, kicking off in New Orleans back in April. A Quiet Celebration features music from his 2023 album Seven Psalms, as well as notable hits from his solo career and Simon & Garfunkel.
