Country Music Hall of Fame member Ray Stevens is fortunately on the mend following a serious health scare. Stevens reveals on social media that he had surgery, after suffering a heart attack last Friday.
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"Last Friday evening, Ray complained of chest pain and was admitted to a Nashville hospital," a statement reads. "After a heart catheterization procedure, it was determined he'd suffered a mild heart attack. Ray's initial surgery was successful but performances at his CabaRay Showroom are understandably cancelled through July 2025 as he recovers."
Fans may not be able to see Rayperform at his Nashville CabaRay Showroom venue, but they can send him well wishes. Cards can be sent to 5724 River Road, Nashville, TN 37209.
A specific date for Stevens to return to performing has yet to be revealed.
An Update on Ray Stevens' Health
After sharing the news of his heart attack, the singer-songwriter offers a new update, which fortunately reveals he is getting better.
"Ray is out of ICU and beginning to walk the halls as therapy with a nurse's assistance as he is working towards recovering from this surgery," a statement reveals. "Ray is very grateful for all of the cards and get well messages. Everything is Still Beautiful!!!!"
Stevens will likely get back to work as soon as possible. The 86-year-old recently released a new album, Say Whut? earlier this year, combining his love of comedy and music. The 11-track record includes songs like "I Dropped My Wallet In The Toilet," "Since Bubba Changed His Name To Charlene," "If It Walks Like A Duck" and more.
The record itself is a bit of a surprise, since Stevens announced last year he was ready to slow down.
"I'll be going to work every day in my recording studio and maybe I'll do a few, a very few, shows in some old familiar places," he said (via American Songwriter). "I'm definitely slowing down, but I haven't come to a complete stop. Not yet, anyway."
Stevens has released more than 50 albums throughout his career, which began with his first album, 1,837 Seconds of Humor, released in 1962.
Updates will be posted on RayStevens.com as available.
