Frankie Valli’s Surprising Commitment: Touring Against All Odds

Crowd at concert with vibrant stage lights.

At 90, Frankie Valli silences the doubters and promises more unforgettable performances with The Four Seasons.

At a Glance

  • Frankie Valli, 90, addresses health concerns triggered by viral performances.
  • Affirms his love for performing and intends to continue as long as possible.
  • Denies being forced to perform and lip-syncing allegations.
  • Recent shows have sparked discussions on social media and beyond.
  • Valli’s tour continues with dates scheduled until April 2025.

Frankie Valli Addresses Health Concerns

Near his 91st birthday, Frankie Valli spoke out against recent speculations about his health following viral video performances. Valli stated that his passion for performing remains strong, despite the concerns raised from footage showing him appearing behind on choreography. He affirmed his enjoyment of being onstage and stressed that he loves what he does.

Amid widespread internet rumors, Valli issued a statement to People, addressing the false narratives suggesting he is being forced to perform. Valli clarified that nobody has ever made him do something he didn’t want to, emphasizing his personal choice in continuing his performances.

Commitment to Music and Fans

Valli expressed gratitude for his ability to perform at such an age and made it clear that as long as he is able and audiences want to see him, he will continue. “I get a chuckle from the comments wondering if someone is forcing me to go on stage,” Valli said. “Nobody has ever made me do anything I didn’t want to do.”

Valli added, “I absolutely love what I do. I know there has been a lot of stuff on the internet about me lately so I wanted to clear the air. I am blessed to be 90 years old and still be doing what I love to do and as long as I am able, and audiences want to come see me, I am going to be out there performing as I always.”

Frankie Valli has been active with performances across the country and held a Las Vegas residency. His ongoing tour is scheduled to continue through April 2025, with the next show on October 11 at Mystic Lake Casino Hotel in Minnesota.

Refuting Claims of Lip-Syncing

In response to accusations of lip-syncing, Valli highlighted the importance of layered vocals and instruments in his shows. “I know we put on a great show because our fans are still coming out in force and the show still rocks,” he said. “How do we do the show?! The Four Seasons sound was always about layering vocals and instruments. We use our 60 years of experience so we sound like the records. I sing, I have singers who sing, great arrangements… everything.”

Aside from his professional life, Valli recently celebrated his 11th wedding anniversary with wife Jackie Jacobs in June, underscoring a personal milestone amidst his busy career.

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