Ronnie Platt’s Health Update
The frontman of Kansas, Ronnie Platt, has revealed that he is battling cancer, which has led the band to reschedule their performances.
The 62-year-old vocalist, who took over from Steve Walsh in the iconic American progressive rock band in 2014, shared an update about his health on Facebook last Sunday (February 16).
“For all, I ask you, on Tuesday they diagnosed me with thyroid cancer, but before everyone gets worried, it has a 99% survival rate, and it has not spread,” Platt stated.
“It is localized to my thyroid gland. I just need to have the thyroid gland removed. I will focus on rehabilitation and return to the stage.”
He added: “I sincerely appreciate all the positive thoughts and prayers. I have completely amazing people supporting me!! As I see it, this is just a bump in the road, and very soon it will be behind me! So keep the good vibes coming!”
For all, I ask you, on Tuesday they diagnosed me with thyroid cancer, but before everyone gets worried, it has a 99%…
Author: Ronnie Platt on Saturday, February 15, 2025
Concert Rescheduling
Kansas has postponed their live concerts in Katuza, Oklahoma, and Durant, Oklahoma, from this month to November, citing a “band illness and consultation with a doctor.”
Following this, they also canceled their scheduled performance in New Orleans, Louisiana tonight (Friday, February 21), as well as their concert in Lake Charles, Louisiana, on March 1.
Future Plans
From the band’s illness and consultations with a doctor, the upcoming show in Kansas on Friday, February 14, 2025, in Katus, OK was postponed to Friday, November 21, 2025.
The upcoming show in Kansas on Saturday, February 15, 2025, in Durant, OK, was postponed to Saturday, November 22, 2025. pic.twitter.com/jajcsmx74i
– Kansas (@kansasband) 12 February 2025
Due to the band’s illness and consultations with a doctor, the upcoming performance in Kansas on Friday, February 21, 2025, in New Orleans, Louisiana, has been canceled.
Kansas apologizes for the inconvenience and hopes to return to the road soon. 1/2 pic.twitter.com/nhbmdwgtve
– Kansas (@kansasband) February 14, 2025
Due to the band’s illness and advice from a doctor, the upcoming show in Kansas on Saturday, March 1, 2025, in Lake Charles, Louisiana, has been canceled.
The band apologizes for the inconvenience and hopes to return to the road soon.
All tickets will be refunded at the point of purchase. pic.twitter.com/66trovn5ox
– Kansas (@kansasband) 18 February 2025
Assistant manager of the group Jr Rees stated to Ultimate Classic Rock: “Our goal is to return to the road as soon as possible. Right now, we are all focused on supporting Ronnie through this.”
Kansas released their debut album of the same name in 1974 and celebrated their 50th anniversary last year. They are renowned for their classic hits “Carry On Wayward Son” and “Dust in the Wind.” Their 16th and latest studio record “The Absence of Presence” was released in 2020.
The last show as part of the Kansas Classic tour was an unforgettable performance.
Platt is also the former lead singer of the band Shooting Star.
