Rod Stewart Leaves Glastonbury Stage Mid-Set Due Urgent Issue

Rod Stewart delivered a memorable performance during the Legends slot at Glastonbury Festival, but was forced to leave the stage twice to change outfits amid the sweltering heat. Midway through his set, after performing "Do Ya Think I'm Sexy?", he handed over to his backing singers with a promise to return after changing his shirt, even joking about needing a cup of tea. His set included classic hits such as "Maggie May," "Sailing," and crowd favorites like "Love Train," during which he made a brief political statement highlighting the situation in Ukraine. Stewart was joined by surprise guests Mick Hucknall, Ronnie Wood, Lulu, and Glastonbury founder Michael Eavis, adding star power to the show, though some fans initially criticized the performance for focusing on covers rather than his own hits. Despite some early skepticism, the energy picked up as the show progressed, with Stewart switching between striking outfits including a bold pink suit and an emerald green ensemble. He also acknowledged the extended set time he secured and expressed enthusiasm about performing at Glastonbury again after many years.