Mark Chesnutt Hospitalized Before Alabama Opening

Country star Mark Chesnutt, 62, was rushed to a Baton Rouge hospital moments before he was due to open for Alabama on Oct. 16, 2025, and remains hospitalized for tests after experiencing low sodium and very high blood pressure; his team says he is stable. His illness forced cancellation of the One Portales Wine, Beer and Music Festival with refunds to be issued and has put other dates in limbo. He previously underwent emergency quadruple-bypass surgery in June 2024 and has had prior spinal surgery and recovery from alcoholism. R&B singer Brandy Norwood abruptly ended a Chicago show after suffering dehydration and near-fainting; she apologized on Instagram, said she saw a doctor, thanked fellow performer Monica and crew, and expects to rejoin the tour after recovery. Legendary French actress Brigitte Bardot, 91, has been hospitalized in Toulon for a reported serious illness and underwent surgery; reports say she may be released in the coming days though officials have released few details.