In 2026, Twisted Sister had planned to embark on a tour to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the band. It was scheduled to begin in Sao Paulo, Brazil, before hitting Mexico and various European locales before landing in Alaska in September. Unfortunately, none of that will happen. The band shared a statement confirming that the shows had been cancelled “[d]ue to the sudden and unexpected resignation of Twisted Sister’s lead singer Dee Snider brought out by a series of health challenges.” The post continues, “The future of Twisted Sister will be determined in the next several weeks. Stay tuned for updates.”
In a separate statement, Snider shared more details about the health issues that keep him from touring. “A lifetime of legendarily aggressive performing has taken its toll on Dee Snider’s body and soul. Unbeknownst to the public (until now), Snider (70) suffers from degenerative arthritis and has had several surgeries over the years just to keep going, able to only perform a few songs at a time in pain,” reads a statement from Snider (via BrooklynVegan). “Adding insult to injury, Dee has recent found out the level of intensity he has dedicated to his life’s work has taken its toll on his heart as well. He can no longer push the boundaries of rock ‘n’ roll fury like he has done for decades. Says Snider, ‘I don’t know of any other way to rock. The idea of slowing down is unacceptable to me. I’d rather walk away than be a shadow of my former self.’ In the immoral words of Dirty Harry, ‘A man’s got to know his limitations.’ Sadly, Dee Snider now knows his.”
Twisted Sister last performed in 2023 for their induction into the Metal Hall Of Fame. The 2026 tour would have been their first since 2016.
