Dolly Parton has canceled her rescheduled Las Vegas residency as she continues treatment for health issues linked to her longtime kidney stones. The 80-year-old singer said she is responding well to medication and improving daily, but is not yet ready for stage performances. Parton apologized to fans, while confirming she remains busy recording music and developing new projects.
Her latest announcement is also a reminder that even music icons are not immune to health setbacks. World-famous performers often face the physical demands of life in the spotlight, and many have had to cancel shows or tours due to illness. Click through this gallery to discover artists whose careers were temporarily paused by health issues.