What Happened To Carlos Santana? Fans concerned as he collapsed during his concert in Michigan
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According to a PR release, Carlos Santana suffered from heat exhaustion and dehydration but is now recovering well. His manager Michael Vrionis revealed that he was brought to McLaren Clarkston’s emergency room for evaluation. ‘ The concert scheduled for July 6 at the Pavilion at Star Lake in Burgettstown, Pennsylvania has been postponed. Live Nation will provide information on the new date.
The legendary guitarist Carlos Santana experienced a health scare on Tuesday, July 5 while performing at the Pine Knob Music Theatre in Michigan. The 74-year-old musician passed out on stage when he was presenting the song “Joy,” a collaboration with Chris Stapleton, about 55 minutes into his performance.
Santana is not the first performer to pass out on stage; on the second day of his concert in November 2021, K-pop star Wonho did the same. Marylin Manson passed out on stage in Houston in 2018 while performing due to “heat poisoning.” A fan recounted how BTS during their DNA era in 2017 had passed out on the stage after their strenuous performance in March 2020. In February 2022, comedian Heather McDonald collapsed on stage and shattered his skull.
Is Carlos Santana fine?
TMZ claims that Santana noticed a problem and sat down in front of the drums. Then he fell to the ground. The staff members immediately went to his aid after that. As he was wheeled off the stage, a video of him waving his hand from under a black cloth appeared online. Although the cause of Santana’s collapse remains unknown as of the time of writing, it happened a year after his heart surgery. You will be updated by MEAWW. The following tweet was posted by a Fox News reporter: “Carlos Santana just passed out on stage, “Medical people on stage,” is added. He requested prayers from the crowd due to a “severe medical” problem”.
The performer had postponed his seven gigs after having heart surgery, according to The Sun. It was said that he intended to make a comeback in January 2021. Santana announced, “I’m going to take a short break to make sure I recharge, rest, and catch up on my health so that when I play for you, I will play the way I always do and give you 150 percent.
Internet users are concerned for the guitarists
Twitter users flocked there to wish the renowned musician a swift recovery. One remarked, “I read ‘pass’ and scared out. Carlos Santana collapsed on stage 15 minutes ago and he’s still down. This is a terrible moment right now. I don’t know what I believe, but I’m sending up prayers right now; if you feel moved to, you might follow suit. This man is a real treasure.
#BREAKING Carlos Santana being treated by EMS after a “serious medical emergency” at #pineknob – audience asked to leave – and pray. pic.twitter.com/kdqd5yDxK7
— Amy Lange (@langeamyFOX2) July 6, 2022Advertisement
Hope he’s okay, the next person said. He has an amazing gift and a kind soul. One person wrote, “I hope Carlos has many years of music and happiness to share. He is among the real greats. “I wish Mr. Santana good vibes and pleasant gigs,” said another. He is among the very best. “LORD JESUS, YOU ARE NOT TAKING CARLOS SANTANA TODAY,” one person continued. “All the prayers and energy to Carlos Santana, he killed every second until he passed out,” one user wrote in response.
Guitar legend Carlos Santana passed out on stage at the Pine Knob Music Festival in Michigan
— philip lewis (@Phil_Lewis_) July 6, 2022
One follower commented: “Those wet-bulb temperatures are no joke, even if you stay hydrated, it can still get you. It’s been 60 percent humidity there.” Added to that: “Although heat exhaustion is not pleasant, I’m relieved that it is not worse. I wish Mr. Santana a quick and complete recovery.”
Carlos Santana collapsed on stage 15 minutes ago and hes still down… scary moment right now. Idk what I believe but I'm putting up prayers right now, maybe do the same if you feel it in your heart, this man is an absolute treasure ❤
— รᛕﻉฝ๒ร (@skewbs) July 6, 2022
Ankita Khanrah
Ankita Khanrah is a second-year student of the Master of Communication and Journalism (Integrated) programme at the School of Mass Communication, KIIT Deemed University, Bhubaneswar.
