Emily Eavis, co-organizer of Glastonbury, described Stewart's return as a dream come true, especially as it will be the last legends slot before a scheduled fallow year in 2026.

Expressing his excitement, Stewart stated he is 'proud and ready' to entertain festival-goers, emphasizing his love for music despite contemplating retirement from extensive touring.

At 79 years old, Stewart has announced he will conclude large-scale world tours in 2025 but has no plans to retire, highlighting his ongoing passion for performing.

Tickets for the festival sold out within 35 minutes, priced at £373.50 plus booking fees, with resale tickets expected to be available in January 2025.

Stewart will take the Sunday afternoon 'tea time' legends slot, following in the footsteps of iconic artists like Dolly Parton and Shania Twain.

He is the first confirmed artist for the 2025 lineup, with speculation about other potential performers including Olivia Rodrigo, Stevie Wonder, and Eminem.

On November 26, 2024, festival organizers announced that Rod Stewart will perform the coveted 'legends' slot at the Glastonbury Festival in June 2025, marking his return after headlining the festival in 2002.

While some fans have expressed disappointment and suggested alternative acts for the legends slot, many celebrate Stewart's legacy as an icon.

Stewart is the first solo artist to headline Glastonbury and return as a Legend, a distinction previously held by Ray Davies with The Kinks.

Known for his extensive catalog, Stewart has sold over 120 million records globally, with hits like 'Maggie May' and 'Do Ya Think I'm Sexy?'

His recent albums have performed well, with three of his last five reaching No. 1, including 'Swing Fever,' released in February 2024.

The last time Stewart performed at Glastonbury, tickets were priced at £97, marking a significant increase in ticket costs over the years.