In sad news for music lovers, Lady Gaga canceled her Miami concert on September 3 after doctors warned her of “significant risk” to her voice. The 14-time Grammy winner revealed she strained her vocal cords during rehearsals for her "Mayhem Ball" tour.
In an Instagram post, Gaga apologized to fans, saying the decision was “hard and agonizing” but necessary to avoid long-term damage. Her team is working to reschedule the show.
Indeed, even world-famous musicians aren’t immune to the physical toll of life on the road. From Shakira to Adele and The Rolling Stones, many artists have had to cancel shows due to health issues. Click through this gallery to discover more stories of performers sidelined by illness.