Bret Michaels Out Due to Kidney Stone Surgery | Music News

Music News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 27, 2026 · 1m

Bret Michaels is sidelined from his solo tour after emergency surgery for a severe kidney stone that forced him to perform three shows in excruciating pain before heading to the hospital. The procedure involved inserting a ureteral stent to relieve the blockage, but now the stent is causing intense discomfort, compounded by his existing back fracture and Type 1 diabetes. Doctors have ordered strict rest for three to four weeks, with a re-evaluation scheduled after recovery. Though July and August shows are on hold, Michaels vows to return by late August with his signature high-energy stage…