June 25, 2025 – Amsterdam, Netherlands
A wave of concern has swept through the symphonic metal world as Floor Jansen, the iconic lead vocalist of Nightwish, reportedly collapsed on stage during a live performance last night. The terrifying moment unfolded in front of thousands of stunned fans, many of whom initially believed it was part of the show — until the music abruptly stopped and medical personnel rushed to her aid.
Eyewitnesses described the scene as chaotic yet eerily silent. “One moment she was belting out a high note, the next she staggered and fell to her knees,” said one concertgoer. “Everyone froze — we knew something was wrong.”
The incident occurred during a high-energy rendition of “Ghost Love Score”, one of the band’s most physically and vocally demanding tracks. The 44-year-old powerhouse has long been admired not only for her commanding stage presence but also for her strength and endurance — making the incident all the more alarming.
Shortly after the collapse, Jansen was quickly tended to by the tour’s medical staff and taken off stage on a stretcher. The concert was immediately suspended.
Her management released a brief statement hours later:
“Floor Jansen experienced a fainting episode during tonight’s performance. She is currently stable, conscious, and undergoing further medical evaluation. We thank everyone for their outpouring of support and patience.”
Sources close to the singer suggest exhaustion and dehydration may have played a role, as the band has been on a relentless tour schedule across Europe. It’s also worth noting that Jansen has been open in recent years about her health challenges, including her battle with breast cancer in 2022 — a fight she won with incredible resilience.
Fans from around the globe have taken to social media with an outpouring of love and concern, using hashtags like #StayStrongFloor and #GetWellQueen. Fellow musicians from the metal community have also chimed in with words of encouragement.
As of this morning, Nightwish has postponed their next two shows, with updates to follow based on Floor’s recovery.
This shocking incident is a painful reminder of the intense physical demands artists face — and how even the strongest among us are not immune to moments of vulnerability.
We send our heartfelt wishes for a full and speedy recovery to Floor Jansen — the voice, the strength, the soul of Nightwish.
