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Maren Morris Battles Worst Sinus Infection for NYE Performance
3 Jan
Summary
- Morris battled severe sinus infection and skin reaction before NYE performance.
- She used medication, nasal spray, and makeup to recover for the show.
- Morris also met idol Diana Ross backstage at the event.
Country music artist Maren Morris faced a significant health challenge just before her performance on New Year's Eve 2026. In the days preceding the event, she revealed on social media that she was suffering from the most severe sinus infection of her life. This condition led to alarming facial swelling and an unfortunate skin reaction.
Despite these severe symptoms, Morris managed to recover in time for her appearance at Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2026. She credited a regimen of antibiotics, nasal spray, and healing ointment, along with strategic makeup application, for her ability to perform. The singer shared a graphic image of her inflamed face to illustrate the severity of her condition.
On New Year's Eve, Morris delivered a memorable performance in Times Square, singing hits like 'The Bones' and 'The Middle.' Following the show, she expressed her gratitude for being able to sing and shared photos of the event, including a special moment meeting music legend Diana Ross. The celebration marked a vibrant start to 2026, capping a year where Morris also publicly came out as bisexual.
