In his heart, he’ll always feel forever young.
Rod Stewart has stated that as he approaches his 80th birthday in January, his outlook on living life to the fullest remains unchanged.
Even though thoughts of death don’t occupy his mind, he is conscious about what lies ahead in the coming years as he concludes his 13-year residency in Las Vegas this August.
“I know that my days are limited, but I have no fear,” Stewart shared with the US Sun. “We all must pass on at some time, so we are all in the same situation.”
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Rod Stewart is conscious of what lies ahead as he nears his 80th birthday. (Samir Hussein)
He added, “I plan to enjoy these last few years to the fullest. When I say ‘few’ — I mean probably another 15. That’s easy for me.”
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Stewart is expected to conclude his 13-year Las Vegas residency at Caesar’s Palace in August, but time will determine what’s in store for this rock icon.
“I’m aware my days are numbered, but I have no fear.”
“I’m not like I was in the ’70s and ’80s; I can’t party all night, get drunk, and still perform without a hitch,” he reflected. “Now, I have to care for my voice before and after each show.”
Rod Stewart will finish his 13-year residency in Las Vegas this August. (Sam Tabone/WireImage)
He continued, “As you age, that becomes even more important. Staying hydrated is crucial, but you think I only drink water? This is Rod Stewart we’re talking about, mate. We celebrate after every show. There are 13 of us, six talented women, and I encourage them to indulge. We have a blast.”
Despite his rockstar lifestyle on stage, Stewart, who has overcome prostate and thyroid cancer, admits to being “more conscious of my health now than ever.”
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In addition to performing nightly in Sin City, he also has plans to build a running track at his home in the UK and aims to “break the world record for a 79-year-old.”
“I’m going to enjoy myself in these last few years as much as possible. When I say a few — probably another 15. That’ll be easy for me.”
“I don’t foresee any slowing down in the near future,” Stewart expressed to HELLO! magazine. “As I age, I want to focus on things that bring me joy.”
Stewart’s wife, Penny Lancaster, has similar views.
Rod Stewart and Penny Lancaster have been married since 2007 and share two sons. (Dave Bennett)
“He loves what he does too much to ever retire,” she added. “He’s a workaholic and always on the go. I find it hard to keep up with his workout routine. He exercises three or four times a week, even while on tour.”
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What keeps the “Maggie May” performer thriving on and off stage at 79? Lancaster highlighted a key element in his life.
“I believe it’s family,” she noted. “Especially the younger members. They inspire him and give him motivation.”
Rod Stewart shared a family photo with his children during summer vacation. (Kimberly Stewart Instagram)
Stewart has eight children and was previously married to Alana Stewart and Rachel Hunter, along with having kids with former partners Kelly Emberg and Susannah Boffey, in addition to his children with Lancaster.
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“He’s not your typical 79-year-old. He can’t sit still and is always active. I enjoy treating myself to a facial or massage, but he can’t do those things. He can’t sit for a massage for more than half an hour; he just gets up and leaves.”
