Matt Rife Cancels Comedy Tour Dates Due to Unexpected Health Emergency

Comedian Matt Rife cancels two shows due to medical emergency, apologizes to fans and promises refunds, continues stand-up tour.

Brendan Le, an Editorial Intern at PEOPLE with extensive experience as an editor and writer, has shared the unfortunate news of Matt Rife canceling two comedy shows last minute due to an unexpected medical emergency. The 28-year-old comedian was scheduled to perform at Indiana University's Auditorium in Bloomington, Indiana, on May 29, but had to pull out at the eleventh hour.

Apologizing to his fans on social media, Rife expressed his deep regret for having to reschedule the shows, emphasizing that this was a rare occurrence in his busy schedule of performing over 40 shows a month for a year and a half. He reassured attendees that refunds would be issued for the canceled shows and thanked them for their understanding and support during this challenging time.

Currently on a stand-up comedy tour across North America and Europe, with a stop in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, Rife's ProbleMATTic tour will conclude with two dates in Oxon Hill, Maryland in November. While Rife is known for his comedic talent, he also made headlines in the past for his relationship with actress Kate Beckinsale, which ended in 2019, leading Beckinsale to briefly date Pete Davidson.

Rife's personal life aside, his dedication to his craft and commitment to his fans shine through in his heartfelt apology and efforts to make things right. Despite the unexpected setback, Rife's resilience and passion for comedy continue to drive him forward on his tour, leaving audiences entertained and eager for more.