ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — Frankie Valli, whose legendary falsetto defines the sound of the Sixties rock group the 4 Seasons, has cancelled the rest of the band’s 2026 tour dates, citing well being considerations.
“I’m so sorry to disappoint the oldsters who’ve bought tickets to my reveals, however I’ve determined to take the remainder of the yr off from touring to give attention to my well being,” the 92-year-old singer wrote on social media Friday.
Valli, the frontman and solely authentic member nonetheless performing with the 4 Seasons, launched an prolonged farewell tour billed “The Final Encores” in October 2023. Reveals scheduled for April of this yr had been rescheduled to dates in summer time and fall. Now, all eight performances remaining for 2026 in cities from Scottsdale, Arizona, to Detroit have been known as off solely.
The 4 Seasons discovered fame within the Sixties, however the band’s hits –- from “Sherry” to “December 1963 (Oh What a Evening)” –- span many years. The 4 Seasons offered 100 million data worldwide and had been inducted into the Rock and Roll Corridor of Fame in 1990. Valli, who additionally established a profitable solo profession, acquired a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2026.
Identified for preserving a rigorous touring schedule whilst he has aged, Valli appeared to depart the door open for future performances.
“I’m trying ahead to getting wholesome and seeing you all once more quickly,” Valli concluded his Friday message.