AC/DC Guitarist Stevie Young Hospitalized “Out Of Abundance Of Caution” During Latin American Tour

AC/DC guitarist Stevie Young has been hospitalized in Buenos Aires, Argentina while the legendary hard rock band continue their ongoing Latin American tour.

According to a statement provided to Reuters on March 19th, the situation appears precautionary rather than serious. The 69-year-old musician was admitted for medical evaluation and is reportedly expected to return to the stage soon.

The band’s camp shared the following update:

“Out of an abundance of caution, he was admitted to a local hospital where he is undergoing a full battery of tests. Stevie is doing well and is in good spirits. He is looking forward to getting on stage on Monday.”

Young’s hospitalization comes midway through the band’s current run of South American and Mexican stadium dates, which began on February 28th. At present, no cancellations or postponements have been announced, and the guitarist is anticipated to rejoin the tour next week pending medical clearance.

Remaining Tour Dates:

• 03/23 Buenos Aires, ARG – Estadio River Plate
• 03/27 Buenos Aires, ARG – Estadio River Plate
• 03/31 Buenos Aires, ARG – Estadio River Plate
• 04/07 Mexico City, MEX – Estadio GNP Seguros
• 04/11 Mexico City, MEX – Estadio GNP Seguros
• 04/15 Mexico City, MEX – Estadio GNP Seguros

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