Justin Moore announced he will be taking a break from touring to prioritize his well-being.
“I’ve made the decision to take some time to focus on my health,” the country singer, 42, wrote via Instagram on Monday, June 8. “As a result, I’ll be stepping away from touring for a short period and will be unable to perform some upcoming shows.”
Moore added that the decision was made with his family in mind. Justin is married to wife Kate Moore and the couple share four children: daughters Ella, 16, Kennedy, 15, Rebecca, 12, and son Thomas, 9.
“This is the right decision for me and my family, and I appreciate everyone’s understanding and support,” he continued. “I look forward to getting back out there later this summer and doing what I love most.”
Several fans took to the comments section to send their well wishes the “You Look Like I Need a Drink” singer’s way.
“Without your health, you have nothing. Take care of yourself first❤️,” one wrote while another replied, “Please take care of yourself and that beautiful family you have built. Your fans will be right here. ❤️.”
Fellow country artist Jake Owen also sent his support to Justin.
“Take care of YOU brother and those kiddos and mama,” the “Barefoot Blue Jean Night” musician wrote.
Last year, Justin was announced as one of the opening acts for Riley Green’s Cowboy As It Gets Tour, which kicked off back in April. The “Lettin’ the Night Roll” performer was expected to take the stage during the upcoming shows in Green Bay, Wisconsin, Salt Lake City, Hartford, Connecticut, Sioux, South Dakota and more. Justin also had a series of his own concerts scheduled as well. He was initially set to tour from July to November.
Justin started his country music career in 2009 when he dropped his self-titled debut album, which included his first hit song “Small Town USA.” Two years later, Justin won two Inspirational Country Music Awards for his cover of Rhett Akins’ song “If Heaven (Wasn’t So Far Away.)”
The singer continued to rise in the country scene as he scored a nomination for Artist of the Year: Breakthrough Artist at the 2012 American Country Awards. He ultimately lost to Owen, now 44, during the star-studded ceremony. Two years later, Justin took home the award for New Artist of the Year at the Academy of Country Music Awards.
Justin released his latest album This Is My Dirt in October 2024. The record included collaborations with Blake Shelton, Dierks Bentley and Randy Houser.
“My new album is officially out now! Blake, Dierks, Randy— thank you boys for jumping on here with me, y’all crushed it,” Justin wrote via Instagram at the time. “To the fans, I can’t thank you enough. You’re the reason we’ve been fortunate enough to make it to an 8th album. Hope y’all enjoy this one as much as I do, go check it out and let me know what you think.”
