Bret Michaels has undergone surgery to remove a kidney stone after performing through what he described as “intense” pain during a recent concert. The Poison frontman shared the health update with fans on social media, revealing that he completed the show despite experiencing severe discomfort before seeking immediate medical treatment.

According to Michaels, doctors determined that a kidney stone was causing the pain and recommended surgery shortly after the performance. The procedure was successful, and the singer said he is now recovering under medical supervision. He thanked his medical team for their care and expressed gratitude to fans for their continued support throughout the ordeal.

The veteran rocker explained that canceling the concert was never an easy decision to consider because of his commitment to fans who had traveled to attend the show. Despite the pain, he remained on stage for the full performance before heading to the hospital once the concert concluded.

Following the surgery, Michaels confirmed that his recovery is progressing well and that he is focused on regaining his strength before returning to the road. His team is continuing to monitor his condition while reviewing upcoming tour commitments to ensure he is medically cleared for future performances.

Michaels has faced several serious health challenges throughout his career, including living with Type 1 diabetes, undergoing emergency treatment for a brain hemorrhage in 2010, and multiple heart-related procedures in recent years. Despite those setbacks, he has remained active with solo performances, festival appearances and charitable initiatives. His latest update indicates that he expects to resume performing once he has fully recovered from the kidney stone surgery.