As seen in footage that has now made its rounds on social media, Young was performing some of her most beloved songs at the All Things Go festival in the Forest Hills Stadium on Saturday, September 27, when she began to sway, dropping her microphone, and collapsing backward.
On Sunday, September 28, country music legend Dolly Parton took to Instagram to share a statement.
Parton, 79, revealed that due to “some health challenges,” she feels it is God telling her to slow down.
As a result, Parton made some decision to cancel several upcoming shows.
"I want the fans and public to hear directly from me that, unfortunately, I will need to postpone my upcoming Las Vegas concerts,” Parton began her statement. “As many of
you know, I have been dealing with some health challenges, and my doctors tell me that I must have a few procedures.”
While Parton didn’t go into detail regarding the health challenges she has been dealing with, Parton continued, revealing she hasn’t lost her sense of humor despite going through a difficult time.
“As I joked with them, it must be time for my 100,000-mile check-up, although it's not the usual trip to see my plastic surgeon,” Parton quipped.
“In all seriousness, given this, I am not going to be able to rehearse and put together the show that I want you to see,” the singer continued, “and the show that you deserve to see.”
Parton noted that because her fans “pay good money to see” her perform, she wants “to be at my best” for them.
“While I'll still be able to work on all of my projects from here in Nashville, I just need a little time to get show ready, as they say.”
Parton ensured fans that this break doesn’t mean she’ll be “quittin' the business because God hasn't said anything about stopping yet.”
“But, I believe He is telling me to slow down right now so l can be ready for more big adventures with all of you,” Parton continued her statement. “I love you and thank you for understanding."
In addition to her statement, Parton revealed the rescheduled shows in the second slide of her post:
Thursday, December 4, 2025 to Thursday, September 17, 2026
Saturday, December 6, 2025 to Saturday, September 19, 2026
Sunday, December 7, 2025 to Sunday, September 20, 2026
Wednesday, December 10, 2025 to Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Friday, December 12, 2025 to Friday, September 25, 2026
Saturday, December 13, 2025 to Saturday, September 26, 2026
Parton’s medical procedures come six months after the passing of her beloved husband, Carl Dean. “Carl and I spent many wonderful years together,” Parton said at the time. “Words can’t do justice to the love we shared for over 60 years. Thank you for your prayers and sympathy.”
