Patti Smith was admitted to hospital due to a “sudden illness” on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, in Bologna, during her recent tour of Italy. The 76-year-old singer was due to perform at the ‘Duse’ theater last night, but according to TG Com 24, she is under surveillance and the concert has been cancelled.

The theater issued a statement: “It is with great regret that we inform the public that Patti Smith’s concert will not take place due to a sudden illness she is dealing with. We are all sorry for the inconvenience this news is causing. Our best wishes for a speedy recovery go out to the artist.”

The legendary singer’s most recent performance was at Modena Cathedral on Saturday night, December 9, as part of an eight-day tour of Italy. He is then scheduled to appear at the Malibran Theater in Venice on Thursday, December 14.