Age-old problem: Veteran acts’ insurance dilemma
A trio of leading brokers speak to IQ about the quandary facing the growing number of artists touring in their 70s and 80s
News By James Hanley | 24 April 2025
The increasing number of artists now touring well into their golden years are being faced with a dilemma due to the cost of cancellation insurance.
The list of evergreen legends heading out this summer includes Stevie Wonder, 74, Neil Young, 79, Bruce Springsteen, 75, Stevie Nicks, 76, Jeff Lynne, 77, Bob Dylan, 83, Iggy Pop, 78, and Paul Simon, 83, while 82-year-old Paul McCartney hit the road last year.
Meanwhile, Ozzy Osbourne, 76, who retired from touring on medical grounds in 2023, will take his final live bow…