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Country Star Mark Chesnutt Released from Hospital, Recovering at Home
Beaumont, TX – After a recent health scare that led to canceled performances and concern from fans, beloved ’90s country hitmaker Mark Chesnutt has been released from the hospital and is now back home in Beaumont, Texas, recovering.
Chesnutt’s team shared the reassuring news on Monday morning via a Facebook post, stating, “Good morning everyone. Here’s the latest on Mark. He appreciates everyone’s prayers and good thoughts.”
Publicist Don Murry Grubbs confirmed the singer’s Sunday discharge, telling a classic country music outlet via email, “Mark was released from hospital yesterday. He’s home in Beaumont, Texas and will see his doctor first thing Monday morning for testing comparisons. After they get the low sodium and high blood pressure under control, he’ll be good to go.”
The hospitalization, which occurred in Baton Rouge, was attributed to a “low sodium count and extreme high blood pressure.” This health incident forced Chesnutt to cancel his scheduled opening performance for Alabama at the Raising Cane’s River Center on Thursday, October 16.
His band admirably stepped in to perform in his absence. Additionally, his headline appearance at the One Portales Wine, Beer and Music Festival in Portales, New Mexico, on Saturday, October 18, was canceled due to “unforeseen circumstances.”
Chesnutt’s manager, Tony Conway, conveyed the singer’s apologies to fans in both cities, expressing hope to return in the near future.
Fans have flooded social media with well-wishes and prayers for a swift recovery, with comments like, “Many healing prayers sent,” and “Glad to hear you’re home. Hope for a speedy recovery and back out playing!”
This marks the third health-related incident for the “Brother Jukebox” and “It’s a Little Too Late” singer in less than two years. In November 2023, he was hospitalized for undisclosed reasons, leading to postponed concerts.
More recently, in June 2024, Chesnutt underwent emergency quadruple bypass surgery following a “heart health issue.” At that time, he shared a heartfelt message with fans, thanking them for their support and looking forward to returning to the stage.
As of now, Chesnutt is scheduled to see his doctor for follow-up tests today. His management has not yet announced any changes to his remaining tour dates for October and November.
Known for his distinctive baritone and traditional honky-tonk sound, Mark Chesnutt garnered a string of hits throughout the 1990s and early 2000s, including “It Sure Is Monday,” “Almost Goodbye,” “Gonna Get a Life,” and “I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing.” Fans eagerly await his return to the stage to perform these beloved classics once again.