Something clearly went wrong in the middle of a big night in New York, and one big sign of trouble was a public plea for prayers from someone close to the rapper.
Megan Thee Stallion had been performing in “Moulin Rouge! The Musical” when the evening veered into worrying territory, prompting immediate concern. But a representative for the artist has now issued a much-needed, if vague, update.
A Night That Suddenly Changed
The rapper and actress was in the middle of her Broadway run as The Zidler at New York’s Al Hirschfeld Theatre, where she had made her debut in the production just last week. That alone had already put extra attention on every appearance she made onstage.
Then Tuesday night, March 31, 2026, brought a very different kind of spotlight. According to TMZ, Megan fell sick during the performance, so she was taken to a hospital in New York City for medical attention.
A representative for the “WAP” singer told the outlet:
“During Tuesday night’s production, Megan started feeling very ill and was promptly transported to a local hospital, where her symptoms are currently being evaluated. We will share additional updates as more information becomes available.”
The statement answered the biggest question of the night, but it also left plenty unresolved.
What the Audience Noticed
People in the crowd reportedly saw the shift happen in real time. The show, by several accounts, began normally, and Megan was part of the major musical numbers before things abruptly changed.
The production suddenly stopped, and she did not return. For anyone in the theater, that kind of exit was enough to spark worry, especially with no clear explanation in the moment.
The Post That Alarmed Everyone
Later that night, Megan’s hairstylist, Kellon Deryck, posted a message on social media. His words were brief, but they landed hard because they confirmed that this was not a minor backstage hiccup.
On X, he wrote, “Everyone say a prayer for Megan, we are all at the hospital 🙏” That single line made the situation feel more urgent, especially before her team shared any formal update.
Where Things Stand Now
For now, Megan Thee Stallion‘s team has only said that her symptoms are being evaluated. No further details about what caused the medical issue have been released yet.
That limited update is bound to keep people watching closely for the next statement. And surprisingly, the rapper isn’t the only artist who has had to visit the hospital in the past few months.
As previously reported, Barry Manilow revealed a health battle that touched the hearts of people around the world, sharing that the diagnosis came after his holiday concert series.
Barry Manilow performs at The Palladium in London on May 23, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
Days into the new year, the 82-year-old music legend shared a photo that appeared to be taken in a hospital, reassuring fans with a hopeful message.
Barry Manilow Reveals Serious Health Diagnosis
On December 21, 2025, the “Copacabana” singer announced on Instagram that he had been diagnosed with lung cancer. The illness was discovered after he experienced a six-week bout of bronchitis, followed by a second relapse that lasted an additional five weeks.
Because the bronchitis persisted for so long, doctors ordered an MRI as a precaution. The scan revealed a small cancerous spot on his left lung, which Barry said was caught early thanks to “pure luck” and a skilled doctor. He explained that he would undergo surgery to have the spot removed.
He also reassured fans that chemotherapy and radiation would not be part of his treatment, and joked that chicken soup and “I Love Lucy” reruns were his go-to comforts during recovery.
The news came shortly after he wrapped his seventh annual Christmas charity concert series at the McCallum Theatre in Palm Desert. The performances have raised millions for nonprofit groups across California’s Coachella Valley and continue to be a highlight of his year.
How Barry Manilow Is Doing After the News
On January 2, 2026, Barry shared a smiling photo from a bed, wearing a hospital gown, with the caption, “Better Today!” Netizens flooded the comments with messages of love and support.
One supporter wrote, “You even make that hospital gown look Fine! 😉🥰 Be Well! ❤️” Another added, “Keep healing. Barry.. You can do it. God is Good all the time.” A third shared, “Oh good!! Hang in there….you got to ‘Write the Songs’……that make the young girls cry!🫂🫂❤️👍”
Tour Rescheduled as Barry Manilow Focuses on Recovery
Due to his recovery from lung surgery, Barry postponed the January 2026 dates of his arena tour. The concerts were rescheduled between late February and April, and all original tickets would be honored at the new shows.
The updated tour began in Tampa, Florida, on February 27, then moved to Columbus, Ohio, on March 6, Charleston, South Carolina, on March 11, Orlando on March 13, and Sunrise on March 14.
Barry then planned to perform two nights in Estero on March 16 and 17. In April, the tour continues in Greensboro, North Carolina, on April 24, Jacksonville on April 27, and concludes in Duluth, Georgia, on April 29.
Barry Manilow performs onstage during his “Manilow: The Last Seattle Concert” on July 12, 2025 | Source: Getty Images
Barry also confirmed that his Valentine’s weekend shows, set for February 12, 13, and 14 at Westgate Las Vegas, a venue he calls his “home away from home,” will go as planned.
At the end of his statement, he also shared a heartfelt reminder about taking care of their health: “And remember, if you have even the slightest symptom… get tested!”
Barry Manilow performs onstage at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle on July 12, 2025 | Source: Getty Images
A Bittersweet Tour That Means More Than Ever
Barry’s health update added deeper meaning to his current The Last Concerts tour, a farewell to the cities that supported him through every decade of his remarkable career.
In a June 2025 Billboard interview, he spoke about the emotions behind these final performances and how returning to the road made him think more deeply about his place in music history.
Barry Manilow attends the Pre-Grammy Gala and Grammy Salute to Industry Icons in Los Angeles on February 1, 2025 | Source: Getty Images
He expressed a growing awareness that many of his contemporaries from the same era were no longer performing, either due to retirement or health issues, naming artists such as Billy Joel, Rod Stewart, and Neil Diamond. Barry added:
“I’m still healthy. I’m strong and I’ve still got my voice and my energy. The night I can’t hit the F natural on ‘Even Now,’ that’s the night I throw in the towel. But I can still do it.”
Neil Diamond, Billy Joel, and Barry Manilow at the 42nd Annual Grammy Awards Pre-Party in Beverly Hills on February 22, 2000 | Source: Getty Images
There may be no formal retirement date, but Barry acknowledged that these performances mark a turning point in his decades-long career. For the first time, he said, he knows he won’t be coming back to these cities, something he described as a “bittersweet experience.”
He admitted he “never felt that before,” explaining that in the past, there was always the expectation of returning. But now, after performing in the same places “over and over and over,” he knows “this is it.”
