Country music icon Mark Chesnutt is recuperating after undergoing an urgent quadruple bypass heart surgery. The announcement was made by his team through an Instagram post on Wednesday, stating that Chesnutt was admitted to the hospital on Sunday before the procedure. Chesnutt, known for his unique voice and honky tonk style that has been a mainstay in the country music scene for over three decades, was hospitalized due to a serious heart condition that necessitated the emergency operation. His recovery process will force him to cancel forthcoming performances, and his team has requested privacy during this difficult period.
In the same Instagram post, Chesnutt expressed his regret over the show cancellations and thanked his fans for their support. He stated, “I regretfully announce the cancellation of my upcoming shows. I extend my heartfelt thanks to my family, friends, band, and fans for your understanding, prayers, and support, and eagerly anticipate seeing you all again soon at a honky tonk near you.”
Before his hospitalization, the “Brother Jukebox” singer had been actively touring various cities and had a summer tour in the works. Chesnutt’s health scare comes after a hospital visit in November 2023 for a medical check-up, the details of which have not been disclosed.
The revelation of Chesnutt’s health problems follows fellow country music artist Carly Pearce’s disclosure about her own heart condition. Pearce, recognized for her hit “We Don’t Fight Anymore,” recently revealed on social media that she has been diagnosed with pericarditis, a condition marked by inflammation and irritation of the thin tissue surrounding the heart, often causing severe chest pain.
Pearce has been open about her health challenges, reassuring fans that she is taking the necessary measures to manage her condition while continuing to perform. She stressed the importance of paying attention to one’s body and taking health issues seriously.