All of Hank Williams Jr.'s rowdy fans in Oklahoma will have to wait a few more weeks to come over to see the legend perform.
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According to a post on the "Whiskey Bent and Hell Bound" singer's Instagram account, two shows that were planned this weekend in the Sooner State will be rescheduled "due to illness."
What Shows Were Rescheduled?
According to the post, only two shows were rescheduled due to this recent health issue:
"We're so sorry to share that due to illness, Hank Williams Jr. will be unable to perform the shows scheduled for this weekend in Tulsa and Thackerville, OK. These dates will be rescheduled for later next month, and all tickets will be honored for the new dates."
The message then stated that the Friday, Aug. 22, show at the BOK Center in Tulsa has been rescheduled for Friday, Sep. 19.
The following day, Williams was scheduled to perform at Lucas Oil Live at WinStar World Casino and Resort in Thackerville. That show will now take place on Saturday, Sep. 20.
The message went on to say: "We regret any inconvenience this may cause and truly appreciate your understanding and support. We can't wait to be back on stage with you soon."
Right now, it appears that Williams' show at the Minnesota State Fair with Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives on Wednesday, Aug. 27, is still on, according to his website.
Hank Williams Jr. Fans Sent Him Some Get-Well Wishes
Upon seeing the news, fans left plenty of get-well wishes for Williams:
"Get well soon, LEGEND!!!"
"Stay strong Thunderhead Hawkins"
"Bocephus will pull through. A Country Boy Can Survive."
Williams Is Known for His Toughness
One thing you can admire about the 76-year-old singer/songwriter is his resilience. Williams kicked off his career by covering the music of his late father.
However, when Williams' music shifted into a Southern rock sound in the mid-1970s, it resonated with audiences nationwide. In fact, Williams became so beloved that his 1984 hit "All My Rowdy Friends Are Coming Over Tonight" was the theme song for Monday Night Football for years.
But it was a moment in 1975 that would change Williams' life. While climbing Ajax Peak in Montana, the singer fell over 500 feet. He survived, but fractured his skull and face. He had to undergo 17 surgeries. Afterwards, he began to don his signature beard, sunglasses, and cowboy hat to conceal the resulting scars.
"I am a very blessed and thankful man," Williams wrote in an Instagram post 48 years later.
