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Mark Chesnutt was hospitalized "for medical reasons" moments before he was due to perform in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, on Thursday, Oct. 16

The country singer, 62, remained in the hospital the following day for further tests, according to reports

Chesnutt's gigs scheduled for the next few days have been canceled

Mark Chesnutt was rushed to the hospital ahead of a scheduled performance in Louisiana, according to reports.

The country singer, 62, was preparing to open for the band Alabama at the Raising Cane's River Center when he fell ill and had to be taken to the hospital on Thursday, Oct. 16, ABC affiliate WBRX News 2 reported.

Officials with the venue said Chesnutt was admitted to the hospital “for medical reasons," but provided no additional details on his medical co

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