Ray Stevens releases medical update following minor heart attack: 'Still savoring the beauty!'
Country music legend Ray Stevens is making a strong recovery following a minor heart attack he experienced on July 4, 2025. The 86-year-old artist underwent heart catheterization and minimally invasive surgery at a Nashville hospital to alleviate the chest pain he was experiencing.
Stevens' surgery was successful, and he has since been moved out of the ICU. He is currently engaging in light mobility exercises with the assistance of a nurse to aid in his recovery progress. Unfortunately, his scheduled performances at the CabaRay Showroom in West Nashville for July have been cancelled due to his health event.
Earlier in 2024, Stevens had announced his retirement, but later changed his mind following the release of his latest album, "Say Whut?". The album, which was released in March 2025, has been promoting his comedy style and has been well-received by fans.
Throughout his illustrious career, Stevens has recorded 45 albums, won two Grammy Awards, and was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2019. During an interview following his induction, Stevens joked about retiring, but it appears he has changed his mind once again.
Stevens' team has been providing regular updates on his recovery, and he has expressed his gratitude for all the cards and get-well messages he has received. In a recent post, he was even seen beginning to walk the halls with a nurse's assistance, a positive sign for his continued recovery.
Fans of Stevens can rest assured that he is on the mend and is looking forward to returning to the stage at his CabaRay Showroom in Nashville. His optimism and determination are a testament to his resilience and love for music.
[1] Taste of Country, "Ray Stevens Undergoes Surgery After Experiencing Chest Pain," July 5, 2025. [2] Billboard, "Ray Stevens Recovering Well After Heart Surgery," July 8, 2025.
- Amid his health setback, Ray Stevens is undertaking light mobility exercises in a bid to aid his recovery progress.
- Despite the cancellation of his July performances at the CabaRay Showroom in West Nashville, Stevens' team has been providing regular updates on his recovery.
- Ray Stevens recently expressed his gratitude for all the cards and get-well messages he received during his hospital stay.
- The legendary country artist is known for his extensive discography, having recorded 45 albums throughout his illustrious career.
- Ray Stevens, who was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2019, joked about retiring after the induction ceremony, but his optimism and determination for recovery suggests he may change his mind again.
- Stevens' fans can look forward to his return to the stage at the CabaRay Showroom in Nashville, a testament to his resilience and love for music that continues to resonate in pop-culture.
