E Street Band Guitarist Steven Van Zandt Undergoes Emergency Surgery During European Tour

Steven Van Zandt, the guitarist for Bruce Springsteen's E Street Band, underwent emergency surgery for appendicitis while on the band's European Land of Hope and Dreams Tour. Initially mistaking the pain for food poisoning, Van Zandt received treatment at a hospital in San Sebastian, Spain, and the operation was reported as a complete success. He expressed optimism about rejoining the tour for at least one of the upcoming shows in Milan, scheduled for June 30 and July 3. The band performed without him in San Sebastian and Gelsenkirchen, Germany, following his surgery. Fans and band members have shown strong support for Van Zandt's recovery, while health experts noted the challenges touring can pose in recognizing urgent medical issues. This incident follows recent health struggles by Bruce Springsteen, who postponed shows in late 2023 due to a stomach illness.