Sir Rod Stewart, 81, Raves About Vocal Prowess Post-Surgery

Sir Rod Stewart, aged 81, has reported remarkable vocal improvement and excellent health three months after undergoing a routine coronary stent procedure in August 2026. The "Maggie May" singer canceled the remainder of his US tour dates that summer to recover from the heart surgery, which involved the insertion of a stent to address a narrowed coronary artery. At the time, he reassured fans on Instagram, stating he was "on the mend."

Now, Stewart shared with The Sun that his voice is "better now than I've ever been," a feat he finds "quite remarkable" at his age. He acknowledges he can no longer perform with the same physical energy as a 32-year-old but believes his vocal quality has significantly improved. He also recounted a past incident where he struggled to breathe due to bronchitis while performing at high altitude, highlighting his increased focus on health.

Stewart has adopted a cautious approach to his well-being, now canceling performances for even minor symptoms like an "itchy throat" and adopting measures like wearing white gloves to prevent colds, similar to Michael Jackson. Furthermore, he confirmed he is still free of prostate cancer, with his PSA levels at a very low 0.02. He urged men to get screened, using the phrase "Finger up the bum, no harm done" to encourage regular check-ups.