LOUISVILLE, Ky. — "Shalamar" star Howard Hewett had to go to a Louisville hospital on Friday after reports of not feeling well.
He was scheduled to perform Friday night at The Palm Room to an intimate crowd at the venue.
Donnie Adkins at The Palm Room said they will be rescheduling the show and will honor prepaid tickets. He added they will issue refunds as well.
Read the full statement below:
Howard Hewett was taken to the emergency room here in Louisville Ky for stomach pain and was diagnosed with Appendicitis. Doctors then informed us that not only will he not perform tonight but he has to have emergency surgery! Howard is now being prepped for surgery. Please keep Howard in your thoughts as he undergoes this emergency medical procedure.
We will be rescheduling the show at a later time and will honor all prepaid tickets. If you would like a refund, they will be honored also. Please send refund request to the Joe's Palm Room inbox.
Although Howard will not be performing this evening, we will still give you a show! For free! Hosted by Chea K Woolfolk and Louisville’s own Junior Jackson and on sound control, Zellner Djznyce. Let’s still have a great time!
The Ohio native released his latest single, "A Love of My Own,” earlier this year. It speaks to the heart through amazing lyrics and the soulfully smooth voice of Hewett.
The music legend garnered fans as the lead singer for Shalamar with hits like “A Night to Remember‘’ to "Show Me," "I’m for Real" and "Say Amen" in his solo career.
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Update: Hewett was released from a Louisville hospital and is on his way to his L.A. home. Fans continue to send their well wishes.
Donna Murphy says: " Dear Howard, Sorry to hear you’ve had to have an appendectomy this evening, but want you to know you’re in a city known for top medical professionals. Praying for your speedy recovery so you can share your musical gifts with all of us very soon. May God bless you forever." 💛🙏🏾
Shelia Lauren says: "Get well soon."
T. Simmons says: "Prayers for speedy recovery get well soon."
Darlene King says: "Get well soon!"
Valencia Taylor says: "God Bless you Howard!! I've been loving your music since "For the Lover in You 💖" when I was in my teens. My husband and I play your gospel album a lot 💖🙏🏾🕊️. God Bless you and keep you and make His face to shine upon you Always in Jesus ' Name Amen. "Say Amen" 💖"
Gertrude Love says: "Praying 🙏 for your healing and speedy recovery!!! God be with you!!! We love Amen and listen to it all the time!!!"
Evelyn Price says: " Mr. Howard Hewett: So sorry to hear this, hope you have a great recovery. May God heal you and the days ahead. Much love ❤️. You in my city dear fb friend."
Theresa C. says: "Praying for a speedy recovery."
Charlene K. says: "Praying for a speedy recovery and let GOD see u thru...many prayers and blessings."
Joyce Puryear says: "I’m a member of an all women’s group called Howard’s Girls that was formed during the stay-at-home days of the COVID19 pandemic & we follow Howard virtually on a daily basis especially when he went on Facebook Live to do his fresh air, cardio & conversation so this is quite a shock! Wishing Howard a speedy recuperation & safe travels back home!"
Goldie says: "I, hope your appendectomy goes well and that you have a speedy recovery. Your fans will await the news of your return to complete your tours and performances. Take care and we wish you all the best."
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