Rod Stewart, 81, issues health update after returning to the public eye ahead of 'farewell' tour


The British rockstar stepped out for a night on the town with his model wife, Penny Lancaster


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Rod Stewart has shared an update on his health after undergoing heart surgery. 

Stepping out alongside his model wife, Penny Lancaster, the British rockstar, 81, enjoyed a night at the theatre watching Sinatra the Musical

Following the show, Rod was photographed snacking on a packet of Malteasers and shared an update on his health.

LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 15: Penny Lancaster Stewart and Sir Rod Stewart attend the "Sinatra" Charity Gala in aid of Nordoff and Robbins at the Aldwych Theatre on October 15, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by Joseph Okpako/Getty Images)© Getty Images
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 15: Penny Lancaster Stewart and Sir Rod Stewart attend the "Sinatra" Charity Gala in aid of Nordoff and Robbins at the Aldwych Theatre on October 15, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by Joseph Okpako/Getty Images)

According to the Daily Mail, when asked how his health is doing at the gala night, Rod gleefully replied: "[Expletive] brilliant! I swam 400metres the other day."

The outing came just days after he had a coronary stent fitted after doctors found a blockage caused by an "underlying heart issue."

Rod has a close connection to Frank Sinatra, who died in 1998, as he told the publication the later singer's daughters are godmothers to two of his children.

Rod and Penny enjoyed a night on the town© PA Images via Getty Images
Rod and Penny enjoyed a night on the town

Rod said: "His [Sinatra's] daughters are godmothers to two of my children, so we have a close family, but he always offered good advice."

Rod's retirement news

The outing also comes after Rod revealed he was retiring from his music career of more than 60 year, although Penny suggests her husband isn't slowing down any time soon.

"He is world touring! He's going to be touring until 2028 doing the Rock n Roll and then he changes direction to the Great American Songbook," she said.

In an update last month, he said: "After much deliberation and sadness, I have to announce that next year will be my last tour forever ever. This will be the last rock and roll tour.

Rod Stewart on stage, wearing a gold jacket and striped pants, holding a microphone stand. Another musician plays guitar behind him.© Getty Images
Despite his retirement news, Penny said there's no signs of Rod slowing down!

"So I want to thank you for everything you have given me, and hopefully I've given you something in return."

In a second statement, he added: "My dear friends, the time has come to say farewell to life on the road. After more than six decades, The Final Encore will most definitely be my last.

"I've been singing the music I love since I was 19 years old, and I've had the privilege of taking it around the world to all of you.

Rod Stewart sings with Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Stevie Van Zandt© Lane Oliveri
Rod Stewart sings with Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Stevie Van Zandt

"It has given me a life beyond anything I could ever have imagined, and I hope I've given you some fond memories in return.

"So, may I take this opportunity to thank you for making this extraordinary life possible. I hope you'll join me so I can thank you the best way I know how… with the music and one hell of a show. See you there."

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