Bret Michaels Says He May Change ‘Insane’ Tour Schedule After Diabetes Scare at Recent Show: ‘Please Forgive Me’

“Unfortunately, the highs and lows of living with diabetes since I’ve been 6 years old occasionally just kick my butt,” said Michaels on social media

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Bret Michaels in Phoenix in February 2023.Credit : Cindy Ord/Getty

Bret Michaels might make some adjustments to his touring schedule.

The Poison rocker, 62, is currently in the midst of a North American tour, and he posted to social media following a recent show in Washington, Pa. on Friday, June 27 to inform fans he may change his “insane” upcoming run of shows after experiencing a diabetes scare.

Michaels opened the note by thanking fans for attending his recent shows before explaining his health situation. “Last night, there was a packed pre-show meet & greet and, although I knew my blood sugar was low, I was excited to meet everyone and not let anyone down,” he wrote.

“Unfortunately, the highs and lows of living with diabetes since I’ve been 6 years old occasionally just kick my butt,” continued the “Every Rose Has Its Thorn” artist.

“Last night, I went on stage and even added a song or two to the set to prove to myself & the fans that I could do it,” said Michaels. “At the end, my blood sugar walking off the stage was a real-life 39.”

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), “Severe low blood sugar is below 54 mg/dL.”

Michaels added, “I vow in the near future, I’m going to take that time needed, and please forgive me if I have to move some of the shows around until I get this under control.”

Bret Michaels in Holmdel, New Jersey in August 2024.Bobby Bank/Getty

“The schedule this summer is completely insane – all over the place and some of these will have to be rearranged, as one time I’m in Pennsylvania the next night Montana, one night [Pittsburgh], the next night Oklahoma, and so on,” wrote the star.

His post concluded, “I am forever grateful, but just have to rearrange some of this schedule as everyone knows. Again, my apologies I love the shows the fans and the music!”

Following a show at WinStar World Casino & Resort in Thackerville, Okla. on Saturday, June 28, Michaels posted to Instagram again to thank fans for attending the concert.

“I want to thank Chris and all @winstar_world in Thackerville #Oklahoma – the fans, the band, the crew made it an awesome experience and truly one of the best venues I’ve ever been in at Lucas Oil Live arena for the 100 big show anniversary,” he wrote alongside a photo from the show.

“Last night, the energy and passion of friends & fans singing along was unstoppable,” continued Michaels. “Can’t wait to see you next year!”

Bret Michaels in St. Charles in December 2021.Rob Grabowski/Invision/AP/Shutterstock

His next show is set for Saturday, July 5 at Spokane Live at Spokane Tribe Casino in Airway Heights, Wash.