Johnny Mathis is giving up performing as a consequence of “age and reminiscence points”. The 89-year-old crooner is dedicated to enjoying three extra exhibits on his ‘Voice Of Romance Tour’ however all exhibits after June 2025 will likely be cancelled as his issues have “accelerated”.
A message on his Fb web page learn: “Whereas there are nonetheless some thrilling concert events arising, regrettably all Johnny Mathis concert events from June 2025 onwards are actually cancelled.
“Please learn the discover beneath, and call particular person venues straight with all ticket questions. Refunds will likely be made by means of the unique level of buy. Thanks, Mathis Followers.”
The assertion then defined: “As lots of you might already remember, Johnny Mathis is approaching his ninetieth birthday this yr.
“So, it’s with honest remorse that as a consequence of Mr. Mathis’ age and reminiscence points which have accelerated, we’re asserting his retirement from touring and reside concert events.
“Right now, the 2025 Voice of Romance Tour dates will proceed, with the ultimate live performance presently scheduled on Might 18th, 2025 in Englewood, NJ on the Bergen PAC. Further updates will likely be posted as crucial.
“Restricted tickets for the ultimate concert events can be found at johnnymathis.com (sic)”
The submit ended with a message of thanks for the ‘When A Baby Is Born’ hitmaker’s followers for his or her help over time.
It concluded: “Johnny Mathis and his whole employees ship their heartfelt gratitude to all Mathis Followers worldwide in your continued love + help of his music. It’s actually been ‘Great, Great.’ ”
Johnny continues to be as a consequence of play exhibits on 10 April in Pennsylvania, 26 April in Indiana, and 10 Might in California, earlier than his remaining efficiency in New Jersey on 18 Might.
The veteran entertainer – who kicked off his ‘Voice of Romance’ tour final September – started his profession in 1955 and launched his first album, ‘Johnny Mathis: A New Sound In Common Music’ in 1956.
His most up-to-date studio LP, his 79th, was titled ‘Johnny Mathis Sings the Nice New American Songbook’ and was launched in 2017.
He acquired a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2003 and his three songs, ‘Possibilities Are’, ‘Misty’, and ‘It’s Not For Me to Say’ have all been inducted into the Grammy Corridor of Fame.
Johnny stays Columbia Information’ longest-signed recording artist.