Rod Stewart’s health has been a cause for concern after the singer postponed some concert dates from his tour and told The Sun that he fears his days are numbered. The 79-year-old came down with COVID-19 but has now come forward with a relieving update, which his wife, Penny Lancaster, also confirmed.
Penny further proved her husband was fit as a fiddle with a snap of him enjoying a family weekend. She responded to Rod’s morbid remark, calling it an absolutely bizarre thing to say. She expressed her surprise at the statement, noting that he is “literally sprinting” at his age.
Rod Stewart calms fans by explaining his statement
Rod has now gone back on his previous statement, saying he got misunderstood because he was only jesting. He told The Sun that he is in good health and is enjoying life to the fullest. The iconic singer— who turns 80 in January, added that he looks forward to spending 15 more years alive.
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Rod claimed that the reason for saying that his days were numbered was because of its generality. He noted that anyone could pass away anytime and that being aware of that fact does not mean he is dying or lacking the will to live.
Rod reveals his fitness routine
True to Penny’s words, Rod revealed that he is on his way to completing a hundred-meter run in 18 seconds, as he works out three to four times a week with his personal trainer. The ever-determined Rod is looking to set a new world record in the fastest sprint for a 79-year-old.
Penny praised her heartthrob’s quest for bigger feats, noting that Rod never sees the sky as the limit but tries to go beyond. It is obvious in his music career as he still promises to get back on stage despite his current health issues.