Joan Jett has been forced to cancel a pair of upcoming September concerts following a recent injury and surgery.
The announcement detailed the nature of her injury and outlined which scheduled shows would be affected as she focuses on her recovery.
“Following a recent injury, Joan Jett has undergone orthopedic surgery on a fractured vertebrae and will begin the necessary healing process,” the statement read.
The post went on to specify the cancelled dates and reassure fans about her long-term outlook.
“In close consultation with her doctors, Joan will not be able to perform at her forthcoming September scheduled shows in Costa Mesa, CA on September 5th and in Louisville, KY on September 24th. While Joan hates to disappoint fans, she will be taking this time to focus on physical therapy and healing. She’s looking forward to delivering tremendous concerts for many years to come.”
Fans of the rock icon will need to await further announcements regarding any rescheduled dates.
The cancellations come at a particularly active stretch in Jett’s touring schedule, making the forced break all the more significant for both the artist and her fanbase.
Jett and the Blackhearts had been on the road since May. The band had just wrapped a major European leg of the tour before the injury brought their momentum to a halt. The two cancelled September shows — in Costa Mesa, California on September 5th and Louisville, Kentucky on September 24th — represent the first confirmed disruptions to what had been a busy and productive year on the road.
At 67, Jett remains one of rock’s most enduring live performers. The surgery underscores the physical demands that a sustained touring schedule places even on the most seasoned artists. A fractured vertebrae is a serious spinal injury that typically requires careful post-operative management. Her medical team’s decision to pull her from the upcoming dates reflects the priority being placed on a full and proper recovery.
Her team’s statement struck a forward-looking tone. The time off is a deliberate investment in her long-term health rather than a sign of any broader setback. The message was clear: this is a pause, not a conclusion.
Jett’s legacy as the frontwoman of the Blackhearts was built on decades of relentless touring and a catalog anchored by anthems like Bad Reputation and I Love Rock ‘n’ Roll. That legacy gives fans every reason to take her team’s optimism at face value. Those who had tickets to the affected shows are encouraged to monitor official channels for updates on rescheduled dates.
