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Country Singer Jake Worthington Pauses Tour for Family, Mental Health

5/26/2026

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Jake Worthington (country singer) announced on May 22, 2026 a hiatus to prioritize his wife Sophie, daughter Whitley Anne, and his mental health.
Worthington, the 30-year-old The Voice season 6 runner-up, cancelled shows from May 29-June 6 and festivals on June 13 and July 12, removing solo dates through July.
Worthington signed with Big Loud Texas in October 2024 and pledged to return stronger, part of a 2026 trend of country artists pausing for mental-health reasons.

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Jake Worthington (country singer) announced on May 22, 2026 a hiatus to prioritize his wife Sophie, daughter Whitley Anne, and his mental health.
Worthington, the 30-year-old The Voice season 6 runner-up, cancelled shows from May 29-June 6 and festivals on June 13 and July 12, removing solo dates through July.
Worthington signed with Big Loud Texas in October 2024 and pledged to return stronger, part of a 2026 trend of country artists pausing for mental-health reasons.