Art Garfunkel delays UK concerts due to respiratory infection
Art Garfunkel has postponed four UK concerts in Watford, Manchester, Wolverhampton and London after being diagnosed with a respiratory infection. The 84-year-old said his doctor advised him to rest and recover, and venues are working to reschedule the shows. Ticket holders have been told to keep their tickets, while his next listed performance is in Paris on October 21.
The 84-year-old singer was set to perform in Watford, Manchester, Wolverhampton and London next week. A medical appointment during rehearsals led to the respiratory infection diagnosis, and his doctor recommended rest. Venues are seeking new dates, and ticket holders should hold onto their tickets. His next scheduled appearance is listed for Paris on October 21, with US shows starting in Virginia on October 30.
Garfunkel has dealt with vocal health problems before: a 2010 reunion tour with Paul Simon was called off after vocal cord paresis partially paralyzed one cord. The pair have not performed together since, though Garfunkel said in 2024 they had reconciled. His latest album, 2024’s Father And Son, was a covers collaboration with his son.
The postponement may disappoint fans who planned travel and accommodation around the four UK dates, while venues and local businesses could see short-term disruption. Rescheduling may test ticketing and refund policies, though keeping tickets valid could preserve goodwill. For older performers, the episode may renew public discussion about health, touring demands, and the value of legacy artists’ live appearances. It could also remind audiences how fragile long-awaited performances can be.