Joan Jett Calls Off Remaining 2026 Shows To Recover From Spinal Injury

Joan Jett will take time away from the stage to focus on physical therapy and healing after undergoing surgery for a fractured vertebrae. Jett & The Blackhearts canceled their September 5 concert in Costa Mesa, Californi and September 24 appearance at Louisville’s Bourbon & Beyond festival, as the Rock & Roll Hall of Famer recovers.

The news was announced Wednesday on Jett’s Instagram page. Read the full message below:

“Following a recent injury, Joan Jett has undergone orthopedic surgery on a fractured vertebrae and will begin the necessary healing process. In close consultation with her doctors, Joan will not be able to perform at her forthcoming September scheduled shows in Costa Mesa, CA on September 5th and in Louisville, KY on September 24th. While Joan hates to disappoint fans, she will be taking this time to focus on physical therapy and healing. She’s looking forward to delivering tremendous concerts for many years to come.”

Joan Jett & The Blackhearts concluded a tour of Europe on July 12 in Belgium. The group played sets at the BottleRock Napa Valley and BeachLife Festivals in May after a February run in Las Vegas and a trio of January shows in New Zealand.