The AI tour kicks off tonight but Katharine is under doctor's orders to NOT use her voice for at least the next two nights according to USA Today. She's said to have severe bronchitis and laryngitis. OUCH....but I feel badly for the fans. Hope everyone is well by the time they get to me in September

ETA I wonder how well the others handled having to change things (duets, etc.) without notice? Not a good way to start off

I guess it is too bad, since she worked hard for this.

What I can't understand, is 1), why I'm even commenting over here. and 2), why is this forum even here?

I heard KatPee wouldnt be on the tour until "maybe" around the 21st...the 22nd is Philly, maybe she will grace us with her presance? I have to wonder....why isnt she at the tour stops signing autographs and thanking her fans rather than frolicking in the pool with her 40 something yr old boyfriend or posing for photo shoots? Not to insult any of her fans here, but I think it is pretty sad.