A statement regarding the postponement was posted on Alan Jackson's website, and noted cited a neurological condition called Charcot-Marie-Tooth or CMT as the reason behind his health issue, reports say.
The concert was supposed to take place at the PPG Paints Arena on Oct. 8 as a part of his "Last Call: One More for the Road Tour" tour; the country star was equally crushed as he let fans know that he would not be able to perform for them on Saturday.
"I hoped I'd be able to be there; I hate to disappoint my fans," said the Grammy-winning singer-songwriter.
"I tried as much as I could to play this show at this time," he added. The website detailed that fans should just hold on to their tickets as they will be honored for the rescheduled date of the concert. However, it also stated that it will occur in 2023.
Health Condition
According to reports, Jackson has been struggling with his neuropathy diagnosis. He also revealed that it has affected his balance.
"It's been affecting me for years. And it's getting more and more obvious," he told Jenna Bush during an interview a year ago.
And perhaps it is one of the reasons behind the name of his tour, "Last Call: One More for the Road Tour," as he might not be able to continue touring in his condition.
To show his support and dedication to the fight against his diagnosis, the singer-songwriter pledged that a dollar for every ticket sold will be donated to the CMT Research Foundation, reports say. The amount will be matched by a group of CMT Research Foundation donors and board members.
According to Jackson's website, his tour is an "enormous success," playing to soldout venues since it kicked off this summer.
Jackson was born in Newnan, Georgia, and rose to prominence in the country music genre. He has sold over 75 million records worldwide and was inducted into the Georgia Music Hall of Fame in 2001.
He, along with recently deceased country singer Loretta Lynn, was inducted into the Country Music hall Of Fame in 2017. His songwriting prowess was also recognized as he was later inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall Of Fame in 2018.
While his early releases, including his single "Blue Blooded Woman," released in 1989, was not as successful, as his other releases 'Someday," "Dallas," and "Love's Got A Hold On You" peaked at number one.
Jackson has been recognized for several accolades as well, including two Grammy Awards and three American Music Awards. He won Best Country Song for "Where Were You "When the World Stopped Turning)" at the 2003 Grammy Awards, and Best Country Collaboration with Vocals for "As She;s Walking Away" with Zac Brown Band at the 2011 Grammy Awards.
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