Carlos Santana Postpones Vegas Residency Following Harrowing Injury

Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek’s network of contributors Carlos Santana is having to postpone a series of performances, according to a report from Variety. The outlet shared on Friday, January 3 that the “Smooth” hitmaker, 77, suffered “accidental fall” and sustained an injury. “I am sorry to say that Carlos was out taking a walk at his vacation home in Kauai,” said Michael Vrionis, president of Universal Tone Management, in a statement shared to Santana’s Instagram page. “He took a hard fall, and he broke his little finger on his left hand. He had to have pins inserted in the finger. Unfortunately, he won’t be able to play guitar for approximately six weeks. Doctors do say that he will recuperate fully.” AUGUST 30: Carlos Santana performs on stage during the Oneness Tour 2024 at North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre on August 30, 2024 in Chula Vista, California. In January 2025, Santana sustained an injury after a… AUGUST 30: Carlos Santana performs on stage during the Oneness Tour 2024 at North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre on August 30, 2024 in Chula Vista, California. In January 2025, Santana sustained an injury after a fall. Daniel Knighton/Getty Images Santana’s residency was originally set to kick off on Wednesday, January 22 at the House of Blues at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino. The residency was to run through February 2nd, with the famed guitarist scheduled to perform eight shows. New dates will be announced later, and previously purchased tickets will be honored at the newly scheduled shows. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Carlos Santana (@carlossantana) “Carlos is doing well and is anxious to be back on stage soon. He just needs to heal,” Vrionis continued. “Santana profoundly regrets these postponements of his upcoming performances, but accidents happen, and his health is our number one concern. He is looking forward to seeing all of his fans very soon.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Carlos Santana (@carlossantana) The “Maria Maria” artist is set to play additional shows throughout the year for his upcoming Oneness Tour, which kicks off on Wednesday, April 16. “Santana will perform high-energy, passion-filled songs from their fifty-year career, including fan favorites from Abraxas to Woodstock to Supernatural, and beyond,” reads a post on his Instagram page. According to Variety, Santana will also play one-off concerts in Phoenix and Nashville. The Oneness Tour will also have a European leg which kicks of Monday, June 9 in Lodz, Poland.