EXCLUSIVE: Plucky Willie Nelson, 91, 'Sparks Doctors' Fears His Relentless Touring Is Going to Land Him in the Grave'
Willie Nelson, 91, has sparked doctors' fears over his relentless touring schedule.
Feb. 11 2025, Published 6:00 a.m. ET
Plucky performer Willie Nelson can't wait to get back on the road again – but pals fear the 91-year-old country legend could keel over from the strain of touring.
The Red Headed Stranger singer has announced a string of new concerts in April in Mississippi, Georgia, Alabama and Texas – to follow his already slated gigs in Florida, RadarOnline.com can reveal.
Nelson is gearing up for more shows, but friends fear his hectic timetable is too much.
Now, sources say loved ones are trying to convince the stubborn geezer to scale back, but he is refusing to take their advice – even though a long litany of physical problems has nearly left him crippled.
"His family and friends hoped he'd be singing his farewell song by now," one insider warned.
They added: But no, Willie wants to keep going – even though his body is bent, he can barely walk and his health's on a steady decline."
Outlaw Music Festival fans saw Nelson cancel last summer.
Poor health forced Nelson to cancel appearances at the Outlaw Music Festival last summer.
At the time, a statement from the family told fans: "We regret to inform you that Willie Nelson is not feeling well and, per doctor's orders, has been advised to rest for the next four days."
Even though the singer bounced back to perform on July 4, observers noted that he appeared wobbly while being escorted onstage by a burly cowboy.
Pals said not even CBD gummies can ease Nelson's ailments.
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Sources said over the years, Nelson’s been plagued by pneumonia, emphysema, type 2 diabetes and respiratory problems – and not even his CBD gummies can cure the former pot puffer's ills at this point.
"It's an awful lot for a man about to turn 92, and he'll be on the road for weeks," warned our insider – adding: "The fear is it will kill him. But Willie is pumped up about the new tour, and he'd rather die doing what he loves than in hospice care.
"His family's worried sick – but there's no talking him down off the stage."
