Devastating News: Susanna Hoffs Announces Retirement at 66 After Sudden On-Stage Collapse Leaves Fans in Sho
May 19, 2025 – Los Angeles, CA
In a deeply emotional and unexpected turn of events, music legend Susanna Hoffs has announced her retirement from performing at the age of 66. The heartbreaking announcement comes just days after she collapsed suddenly during a live performance, sending shockwaves through the audience and music community alike.
The incident occurred during a sold-out show in Los Angeles, where Hoffs was in the middle of performing the beloved Bangles classic “Eternal Flame.” Witnesses say she faltered, stumbled toward the microphone, and then collapsed to the stage floor. Paramedics arrived within minutes, and she was rushed to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, where she remains under observation.
Medical sources have not disclosed the exact cause of the collapse, but insiders close to the family describe it as a “serious health event.” Hoffs, who had been in good spirits and preparing for a commemorative tour, issued a heartfelt statement from her hospital bed:
“This is not how I imagined saying goodbye to the stage, but life has its own plans. After a frightening moment that shook me and my family, I’ve made the incredibly difficult decision to retire from performing. My heart is full of gratitude for every person who ever sang along, came to a show, or simply listened. The music will always live on, but it’s time for me to
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