Bret Michaels, the iconic frontman of Poison, has announced his intention to reschedule parts of his “insane” summer tour following a recent incident involving dangerously low blood sugar levels during a concert. This health scare has prompted him to take a step back and reassess his touring commitments to ensure his well-being while continuing to connect with his fans.

In a heartfelt Instagram update shared with his devoted followers, Michaels expressed his gratitude to fans in the Pittsburgh and Washington, Pennsylvania area, stating, “Thank you… you rule.” He recalled the excitement of a packed pre-show Meet & Greet, where despite knowing his blood sugar was low, he was eager to meet everyone and uphold his commitment to his fans.

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He candidly shared, “Unfortunately, the ups and downs of living with diabetes since I was six years old sometimes just kick my butt.” During the performance, he even added a song or two to the setlist, driven by the desire to prove to himself and the audience that he could push through. However, he revealed that his blood sugar dropped to a concerning level of 39 after stepping off stage.

Bret Michaels Plans to Revamp His Tour Schedule for Health Reasons

Michaels has openly discussed the hurdles he faces while living with diabetes, which has led to a few onstage scares and even the cancellation of performances in the past. Looking ahead, the rock star has committed to prioritizing his health as he navigates the complexities of touring while ensuring that he can continue to share his music with his fans.

He stated, “I vow in the near future to take the necessary time, and I ask for your understanding if I need to move some of the shows around until I get my health under control.” The current summer schedule is quite hectic, taking him from Pennsylvania to Montana, then to Pittsburgh, and then to Oklahoma in just a few days, making it clear that adjustments will be essential.

He concluded with a message of appreciation: “I am forever grateful, but I simply have to rearrange some of this schedule as everyone understands. My apologies once again. I love the shows, the fans, and the music!”

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Michaels has a plethora of solo tour dates lined up through late September and has recently expressed his enthusiasm for a potential Poison 40th-anniversary tour in 2026, which fans are eagerly anticipating.