Patti Smith, one of the most influential figures in the early punk rock scene of the 1970s, collapsed on stage on Wednesday while performing a show in Brazil.
Smith, 78, was performing with the group Soundwalk Collective, according to The Guardian, when she passed out about 30 minutes into the show, while reading a piece about climate change.
She was taken backstage via a wheelchair but then returned to apologize for having to cut the performance short.
“Unfortunately, I got sick, and the doctor said I can’t finish,” she told the crowd from the wheelchair, as seen in a video from the event. “So we will have to figure something out. And I feel very badly.”
She then proceeded to sing two songs, “Wing” and “Because the Night.”
The “Gloria” singer had been suffering from severe migraines for several days leading up to the show, news reports said.
However, Smith took to Instagram today to downplay any cause for concern, insisting that she was “fine.”
“A grossly exaggerated account is being spread by the press and social media,” she wrote. “I had some post migraine dizziness. Had a small incident, left the stage, and returned 10 minutes later and talked to the people.”
“I was checked out by an excellent doctor and was absolutely fine. Please do not accept any other story,” she continued. “With all the strife in the world, this explainable incident does not merit so much attention. Thank you everyone for your concern. Trust me I am fine.”
“I’m fine. You can hear I’m fine,” she told The Associated Press during a brief phone interview. “The whole thing has been grossly exaggerated.”
In March a number of notable artists, including Michael Stipe and Chrissie Hynde, are expected to perform at a tribute concert marking the 50th anniversary of the release of Smith’s legendary album, “Horses.”
Patti Smith, the legendary rock musician and poet, shocked fans last night when she collapsed on stage during a concert in New York City. The 74-year-old singer was performing at the iconic venue when she suddenly fell to the ground, prompting concerns from the audience.
Paramedics rushed to the scene and attended to Smith, who was reportedly conscious but visibly shaken. The concert was immediately halted as fans anxiously awaited news on her condition.
Smith’s representatives have since released a statement assuring fans that she is in stable condition and receiving medical attention. It is unclear what caused her collapse, but many are speculating that it may have been due to exhaustion or dehydration.
Despite the scare, fans are relieved to hear that Smith is doing well and are sending her their thoughts and prayers for a speedy recovery. The concert has been rescheduled for a later date, and fans are eagerly awaiting the chance to see their beloved artist perform once again.
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