🎤 Rod Stewart at 80: Still Forever Young, Still Breaking Records

By Snubbz Staff | May 26, 2025

Sir Rod Stewart is living proof that rock ‘n’ roll never ages—it just gets bolder. At 80 years young, the British music legend is having what might be one of the most iconic years of his decades-long career.

Whether he's sprinting for world records or taking center stage at the American Music Awards, Stewart is reminding the world why he's a timeless icon. Here’s a full breakdown of everything going on in the world of Papa Stew—and why fans everywhere are falling in love with him all over again.

🏆 A Legendary Honor: Lifetime Achievement at the 2025 AMAs

The 2025 American Music Awards delivered one of its most emotional moments when Rod Stewart took the stage to accept the Lifetime Achievement Award—presented by five of his eight children. Kimberly, Sean, Ruby, Renee, and Liam surprised the crowd with a heartfelt tribute, calling him “Papa Stew” as the audience gave a standing ovation.

Visibly moved, Stewart performed a beautifully stripped-down version of “Forever Young,” showing off not only his iconic vocals, but also a surprising folk-inspired twist. It was his first AMA performance in over 20 years—and worth every minute of the wait.

🏃‍♂️ Faster Than Ever: Rod’s Race Against Time

Who says you slow down with age? Not Rod.

Inspired by a health scare last year, Stewart has taken on a new challenge: breaking the world record for the 100-meter dash in his age group. Training daily on a private track at his estate, he's already shaved his time down to 19 seconds—just two seconds shy of his 17-second goal.

If that’s not enough, he’s also been training underwater to strengthen his lungs—following advice once given to him by Frank Sinatra. Yes, seriously.

🎪 Glastonbury’s Next Legend

Next stop: Glastonbury. Rod Stewart is officially slated to perform in the coveted Legends Slot at the 2025 Glastonbury Festival, returning to the legendary stage 23 years after his last appearance.

Fans are already buzzing about what will likely be a set packed with hits, emotional moments, and maybe even a few surprise guests. In Rod’s own words, he’s “proud and ready” to bring the magic back to Worthy Farm.

💖 A Generous Soul: Helping Families in Need

Off-stage, Stewart is also making headlines for his kindness. He recently paid for a four-year-old boy’s autism diagnosis after hearing about the family’s struggle to get timely help through the NHS. It’s not the first time he’s stepped up for those in need—he’s also helped fund hospital scans and support services across the UK.

True to form, Stewart keeps his generosity low-key. But the families he’s helped—and fans worldwide—haven’t stopped singing his praises.

🎺 Still Swinging: A New Album at No. 1

Earlier this year, Rod dropped “Swing Fever”, a collaborative album with pianist and bandleader Jools Holland. A loving tribute to the big band era, the album shot to No. 1 on the UK Albums Chart, making it Stewart’s 11th chart-topping record.

The project brings a fresh, jazzy twist to Rod’s classic style, proving once again that reinvention is part of his DNA.

💪 Surviving and Thriving: A Private Battle Made Public

In a recent interview, Stewart revealed that he quietly battled prostate cancer in 2016—a diagnosis he kept private to avoid alarming his loved ones. Thankfully, he’s now cancer-free and feeling stronger than ever.

It wasn’t his first health challenge: back in 2000, he underwent surgery for thyroid cancer, which temporarily affected his voice. But, true to form, he bounced back—stronger, louder, and even more grateful.

🎸 Still Forever Young

Rod Stewart’s story in 2025 isn’t just about accolades and achievements. It’s about resilience, reinvention, and the kind of spirit that refuses to fade.

Whether he’s sprinting toward world records, bringing fans to tears on stage, or simply being the dad his kids admire—Rod is doing what legends do best: staying unforgettable.

If there’s one thing this year has proven, it’s that Rod Stewart is far from finished.

He’s just getting warmed up.

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