Joan Jett cancels live shows after breaking her back
7 August 2026, 11:52 | Updated: 7 August 2026, 12:16
Joan Jett undergoes orthopaedic surgery on a fractured vertebrae.
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Joan Jett has cancelled a couple of upcoming live shows as she recovers from surgery on a broken back.
News of the singer's condition was revealed in a statement on Instagram.
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"Following a recent injury, Joan Jett has undergone orthopedic surgery on a fractured vertebrae and will begin the necessary healing process," the statement read.
"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."
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Joan Jett and the Blackhearts recently played a full length UK tour – their first here in over 15 years.
Last month they wowed crowds with concerts in Glasgow, Manchester, Leeds, Wolverhampton and London.
The last Joan Jett and the Blackhearts album was 2013's Unvarnished.
