Legendary singer Willie Nelson had to cancel his performance at Friday’s Outlaw Music Festival in Georgia due to his health. A post on Nelson’s social media account explained that he was not feeling well and needed to rest for the next four days on doctor’s orders. However, he is expected to make a quick recovery and rejoin the tour next week.
In Nelson’s absence, his son Lukas Nelson and the Family Band, along with some guests, performed a set that included Willie’s classics and other songs. Despite the setback, other performers like Bob Dylan, Robert Plant, and Alison Krauss went on with their scheduled performances at the festival.
Mark Heim, a reporter for The Alabama Media Group, provided this update on Willie Nelson’s health and the festival lineup. Follow him on Twitter @Mark_Heim for more updates and catch him on “The Opening Kickoff” on WNSP-FM 105.5 FM in Mobile or via the free Sound of Mobile App from 6 to 9 a.m. daily.
