Kehlani pauses world tour after hospitalization, cancels 2 shows
Kehlani has paused the North American leg of her Kehlani World Tour after a hospital visit left her unable to swallow and in severe pain. The Grammy-nominated R&B singer canceled upcoming shows in Camden, New Jersey, and Washington, D.C., telling fans she is not cleared to sing but plans to resume in Richmond, Virginia, on August 29.
In an Instagram post on Wednesday night, Kehlani confirmed she had been hospitalized overnight and was advised to rest her voice. The announcement marks a sudden health setback for the 31-year-old artist, who has been vocal about prioritizing wellness while on the road.
Key Takeaways
- Kehlani canceled two Kehlani World Tour dates in Camden, NJ, and Washington, D.C., after a hospital visit.
- The singer said she was "unable to swallow" and "in so much pain" despite feeling normal during two days off.
- Doctors have not cleared her to sing; her team is working on a solution for affected ticket holders.
- The tour is scheduled to resume August 29 in Richmond, Virginia, with dates running through early October.
- Fans have flooded her Instagram comments with messages of support and well wishes.
Why Did Kehlani Cancel Her Tour Dates?
Kehlani shared that after two off days feeling "completely normal," she spent the night unable to swallow and in significant pain. She left the hospital and was told she could not perform at the next two scheduled concerts.
"Breaks my heart to have to ever do this," she wrote. "I do everything I'm supposed to to ensure my health stays up to par & it still isn't guaranteed."
According to Rolling Stone, the illness forced an abrupt pause on a tour Kehlani launched August 6 in Minneapolis. The singer released her self-titled fifth album in April and has been open about protecting her health throughout the run.
Which Shows Are Affected?
The canceled performances are the Camden, New Jersey, and Washington, D.C., stops on the North American leg of the Kehlani World Tour. Kehlani apologized directly to fans in both markets: "I'm so sorry Camden & DC."
Her team is working on a solution for ticket holders, though specific rescheduling details have not yet been announced. The disruption comes as Kehlani continues a trek that includes stops across the Southeast, Texas, the West Coast, and Canada before wrapping October 3 at Shoreline Amphitheatre in San Francisco.
When Will Kehlani Return to the Stage?
Kehlani indicated the tour will "pick back up in Virginia." The next scheduled date is August 29 at the Allianz Amphitheater at Riverfront in Richmond.
Remaining dates include Raleigh, Charlotte, Atlanta, Nashville, Miami, Houston, Los Angeles, Seattle, Vancouver, and San Francisco through early October, per VICE. Billboard notes Kehlani had been visiting bathhouses, yoga studios, and wellness centers during the tour to maintain her health and mental well-being.
How Are Fans Reacting?
Supporters quickly rallied on Instagram. "May you be able to rest and recover your vocals. I'm sure everyone will understand," one fan wrote. Others wished her a speedy recovery and said they would wait until she is healthy before seeing her perform again.
Kehlani's 2024 album Crash featured the Grammy-nominated single "After Hours," and her latest self-titled LP reached No. 1 on the Top R&B Albums chart. For more updates on celebrity health news and tour changes, follow our Celebrity Breaking News coverage.