Singer Johnny Mathis announces retirement, cancels concerts due to ‘age and memory issues’

nypost.com:

singer’s Facebook page said Wednesday. “So, it’s with sincere regret that due to Mr. Mathis’ age and memory issues which have accelerated, we are announcing his retirement from touring and live concerts.”The “Misty” singer, known for his elegant vocals, initially planned to be on the road with his “2025 Voice of Romance Tour” until early November, but his team has canceled the final four planned dates.The five-time Grammy nominee’s last show is scheduled for May 18, 2025 at the Bergen Performing Arts Center in Englewood, NJ.

The venue, which holds a capacity crowd of 1,367, announced the show is already sold out. Tickets for Mathis’ farewell show are selling for at least $474 on third-party websites. “Johnny Mathis and his entire staff send their heartfelt gratitude to all Mathis fans worldwide for your continued love and support of his music!” the statement continued. “It’s truly been ‘Wonderful, Wonderful.’”Mathis’ fan club teased that new music is “potentially” in the works despite his touring schedule ending.