CLIFF RICHARD SAYS HIS AUSTRALIAN TOUR WILL “PROBABLY BE HIS LAST” — A FAREWELL FILLED WITH GRATITUDE, MEMORIES, AND MUSIC
In an emotional revelation that has touched fans across the world, Sir Cliff Richard has said that his current “Can’t Stop Me Now” Tour 2025 across Australia and New Zealand will “probably be his last.” The 84-year-old British music legend, whose career spans more than six decades, spoke candidly about slowing down while reflecting on his enduring love for performing and the people who have supported him for over half a century.
Speaking ahead of his sold-out shows at the Sydney Opera House and Melbourne’s Palais Theatre, Cliff said, “I don’t want to say it’s absolutely the last, but it probably will be. Touring takes a lot of energy — and I want to make sure that while I’m still doing it, I’m giving it everything I’ve got.”
The announcement has left fans both emotional and deeply appreciative. Many have described this tour as a “farewell celebration” — a chance to say thank you to the man whose songs have been part of their lives for generations. The reaction across Australia has been extraordinary, with thousands of fans attending shows, singing along to classics like “We Don’t Talk Anymore,” “Devil Woman,” “Summer Holiday,” and the hauntingly beautiful “Ocean Deep.”
Cliff’s connection with Australia runs deep. Since his first visit in the 1960s, he has remained one of the nation’s most cherished international artists, performing to sold-out crowds and earning a devoted following that has never faded. “Australia has always felt like home,” he said warmly. “The people here have given me so much love over the years. If this is the last time, I couldn’t ask for a better place to say thank you.”
The “Can’t Stop Me Now” Tour — celebrating both his faith and his phenomenal music legacy — has been a showcase of energy, nostalgia, and genuine joy. Audiences have praised his powerful voice, polished stage presence, and heartfelt storytelling. Each night ends with a mix of laughter and tears as fans rise to their feet for standing ovations, knowing they may be witnessing the final curtain call of one of pop music’s most enduring icons.
Though the tone of his remarks carried a hint of farewell, Cliff made it clear that his passion for music remains undiminished. “I might not tour again,” he said, “but I’ll never stop singing. I’ll keep recording, I’ll keep performing when I can — because music has always been my life. It’s what keeps me young.”
As the lights go down on each show, there’s a shared understanding between artist and audience: this isn’t just the end of a tour — it’s the celebration of a lifetime. And as Sir Cliff Richard takes his final bows across Australia, his fans know that no matter where he goes next, his voice and his spirit will always echo in their hearts.
Because even if this truly is his last tour, one thing remains certain — you can’t stop him now.