Frankie Valli, the 90-year-old singer, has been performing with his band The Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons despite concerns from fans about his health. Valli has released a statement denying that he is being forced to perform and says he plans to continue as long as he can.
Frankie Valli, the iconic 90-year-old singer, is adamant that he is not being coerced into performing and intends to continue touring indefinitely. Amidst social media chatter expressing concern over his recent performances, Valli has clarified his position in a resolute statement.
"I am aware of the recent online speculation regarding my performances," Valli declared. "I want to set the record straight. I am extremely fortunate to be doing what I love at this age, and as long as there is an audience and I am physically capable, I will continue to perform."
Frankie Valli Insists He's Not Being Forced to Perform, Plans to Keep Touring for as Long as Possible
Valli emphasized his unwavering passion for his craft, stating, "I adore what I do. Our shows are consistently exceptional, and our fans continue to support us enthusiastically. I'm amused by the speculation that I am being forced onstage; no one has ever compelled me to engage in anything I do not wish to do."
Addressing the specific concerns raised about his recent performances, Valli attributed any perceived inconsistencies to the natural evolution of his live shows. "The Four Seasons' signature sound has always relied upon layered vocals and instrumentation," he explained. "We leverage our six decades of experience to recreate the sound of our recordings. I sing, I have backup singers, and we boast exceptional arrangements—everything we need to deliver an exceptional performance."
Frankie Valli Insists He's Not Being Forced to Perform, Plans to Keep Touring for as Long as Possible
Valli vehemently rejected any notion that he is being exploited. "Throughout my career, no one has ever compelled me to do anything I did not want to do," he asserted. "I have always maintained complete control over my performances."
The iconic singer expressed his gratitude for the unwavering support of his fans. "I am deeply appreciative of the ongoing support from our loyal audience," Valli said. "I plan to continue performing Four Seasons shows for as long as possible, delivering the exceptional sound that has endeared us to our fans. As the lyric from 'Jersey Boys' goes, I'm like that Energizer Bunny, 'keep[ing] on going and going and going,' chasing the music."
Frankie Valli Insists He's Not Being Forced to Perform, Plans to Keep Touring for as Long as Possible
Valli's current tour with the Four Seasons is scheduled to run through April 2025. Despite concerns raised on social media, he remains adamant about continuing to share his music with audiences worldwide.
"I am determined to deliver the Four Seasons' timeless sound for as long as I can," Valli proclaimed. "Nothing will deter me from doing what I love most, which is performing for our incredible fans."
