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Aretha Franklin Cancels Concerts for the Next Six Months

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Nov. 8 2010, Published 9:59 a.m. ET

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Unfortunately, the show won't go on for Aretha Franklin. The singer has had to cancel all of her concerts and appearances for the next six months.

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"At the insistence" of the 68-year-old's doctors, Aretha has had to cancel her upcoming appearances, BBC News reports.

Aretha was admitted to a Detroit hospital last month for unknown reason, but is now "resting comfortably" at home. She broke two ribs in a bad fall and had to cancel two concerts in August as a result.

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But the singer wishes she could be on stage!

Aretha's publicist said in a statement she is "very anxious to get back on the road to perform for her fans."

"The award-winning songstress sends her sincerest apologies to her loyal followers and colleagues for the canceled shows."

She will be missed!

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