90s Country Legend Marty Stuart Postpones Shows After Ice Accident Injury

The 67-year-old Grand Ole Opry member suffered a hand injury and sprained wrist after a fall on the ice.

Published on Feb. 3, 2026

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Country music icon Marty Stuart announced he has had to postpone several upcoming concerts after suffering a hand injury and sprained wrist from a fall on the ice. The 67-year-old Grand Ole Opry member revealed he can't currently play guitar or mandolin due to the accident, but said his condition is improving each day. Stuart assured fans he and his band The Superlatives will return to performing "in full force just as soon as possible."

Why it matters

Marty Stuart is a beloved figure in the country music community, known for his long tenure as a member of the Grand Ole Opry. Any injury or postponement of his shows is sure to disappoint his loyal fanbase, who have followed his career since the 1990s. The incident also highlights the risks performers face from unexpected accidents, even outside of their usual stage routines.

The details

In his social media post, Stuart revealed he suffered a "state-of-the-art hairline fracture" in his hand and a sprained wrist after slipping on ice while walking outdoors. The injury has prevented him from playing guitar and mandolin, which he said is "the worst part of it all." Stuart has had to postpone several February concerts due to the accident, but assured fans that updates on rescheduled shows will be shared soon through social media and email.

  • On February 3, 2026, Marty Stuart announced the injury and concert postponements on social media.
  • Stuart's next scheduled performance is currently set for March 19, 2026 in Lexington, Kentucky.

The players

Marty Stuart

A 67-year-old country music icon and longtime member of the Grand Ole Opry.

The Superlatives

Marty Stuart's longtime band that will return to performing with him once he has recovered from his injury.

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What they’re saying

“Well, there's the slow hand – the Mojo Hand, the Winning Hand, the Unseen Hand, the Hard Working Hand, and then I fell down on a patch of ice and did an excellent job of hurting my hand and spraining my wrist, complete with a state-of-the-art hairline fracture. Good job, Marty!”

— Marty Stuart (Instagram)

“It's getting better by the day. The worst part of it all is I can't play the guitar or the mandolin, at the moment.”

— Marty Stuart (Instagram)

What’s next

Updates for February shows are coming soon, and fans should keep an eye on Marty Stuart's social media and email for more information. Those seeking refunds should contact their original point of purchase.

The takeaway

This incident serves as a reminder of the unexpected challenges performers can face, even outside of their usual stage routines. Despite the setback, Marty Stuart's positive attitude and commitment to returning to the stage once healed will surely be appreciated by his loyal fanbase.