Ronnie Dunn, a prominent figure in the country music duo Brooks & Dunn, has sparked concern among fans after he unexpectedly departed from the stage during a concert in Indianapolis on Thursday night.

The Incident

The 71-year-old singer was performing the band’s classic track, “Boot Scootin’ Boogie,” when he signaled that he could no longer continue. A clip shared on TikTok shows Dunn finishing his lyrics before shaking his head towards a band member, signifying he was unable to proceed. He then placed his hand over his heart, waved to the audience, and left the stage.

Fan Reactions

Audience members reacted with empathy and encouragement. Captions on social media posts expressed well-wishes, with one saying, “Feel better, Ronnie!!! Thanks for giving us all you could!!” Another popular video shows Dunn seated on stage, prompting a fan to ask, “Anyone know what’s going on?! Hoping a quick bug, and he’s back on stage tomorrow!”

Some fans noted that Dunn had previously mentioned suffering from illnesses such as COVID-19 and strep throat, further fueling concerns regarding his health. Comments on social media were filled with supportive messages, including one that read, “Praying for you Ronnie! Hope you get better soon.”

Upcoming Performances

Following the concert disruption, Dunn returned to the stage the next night, but he has yet to publicly address the circumstances of his early exit. Previously, he disclosed challenges with the flu and strep throat in recent performances, stating, “Had to fight through the last two shows (the flu and strep aren’t a singer’s friend…).”