Greenville, South Carolina — On the evening of October 16, 2025, country star Keith Urban abruptly canceled his scheduled concert at the Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, South Carolina, part of his High and Alive World Tour, citing health reasons.
According to a statement from the venue, Urban’s longtime laryngologist, Dr. Gaelyn Garrett of Vanderbilt Voice Center, advised him to cancel the show due to a bout of laryngitis that developed earlier in the week. Dr. Garrett reportedly placed him on complete vocal rest, and remains optimistic that he will be able to return to the stage for his next performance in Nashville on October 17.
In a message to his fans, Urban expressed deep regret:
“Hey Greenville, I’m so SO sorry to have to cancel the show… I know all the logistics it takes to get to a concert these days and I’ve never taken any of that, or any of YOU for granted. I’m looking forward to getting back there when we can!!!!!”
Ticket refunds for purchases made through Ticketmaster will be issued automatically. Fans who bought tickets via third-party sellers are advised to contact their original point of purchase.
Personal Context & Impact on Tour
This sudden cancellation comes amid heightened public attention on Keith Urban’s personal life — specifically, his divorce from Nicole Kidman, who filed for divorce on September 30, 2025, ending their nearly 19-year marriage. Reports suggest the couple had been living separately since the beginning of summer, prior to making the split public.
Even before the divorce announcement, observers noted subtle changes in Urban’s tour performances: during a show in Hershey, Pennsylvania, he altered the lyrics of “The Fighter” to sing “When they’re tryna get to you, Maggie, I’ll be your guitar player” — seemingly referencing Maggie Baugh, who had been touring with him. In subsequent public appearances, Urban has also been photographed not wearing his wedding ring.
Despite the personal upheaval, Urban has continued integrating footage of Nicole Kidman and their two daughters — Sunday Rose (17) and Faith Margaret (14) — into his live show visuals, particularly in the performance of “Heart Like a Hometown.”
The High and Alive Tour began in May 2025, covering cities across the U.S., Canada, and Australia. After the Greenville cancellation, Urban now has only two remaining shows for 2025. The tour will resume in March 2026, with stops planned in the Bahamas and the U.K.
According to TMZ, the Nashville show on October 17 remains on schedule, and Urban intends to rest his voice as fully as possible until then.
Perspective & Future Expectations
While the last-minute cancellation likely disappointed fans in Greenville who had eagerly awaited the performance, such a move — though abrupt — underscores the delicate balance that touring artists must maintain between delivering on stage and preserving their vocal health. For a singer of Urban’s caliber, his voice is, quite literally, his livelihood.
The timing also highlights the unique pressures artists face when their personal lives become headline news. In Urban’s case, navigating a high-profile divorce while sustaining a demanding tour schedule is no small feat, and many observers have expressed sympathy for his situation.
In the eyes of fans and industry watchers, the focus now turns to the Nashville show and the remaining dates on the tour. Will Urban come back strong? Can he preserve vocal stamina for the rest of his planned performances? Updates on ticket logistics, rescheduling, or further cancellations will likely come through official channels of Urban’s team and venue announcements.
As the dust settles on this unexpected cancellation, one thing remains clear: Keith Urban’s devotion to performing — and respect for his audience — is significant. Taking necessary rest now may well ensure he can continue giving the performances fans expect for months to come.