Eagles guitarist Steuart Smith announced that he is retiring from the band after being diagnosed with Parkinsonism. "I find that I must bow out of my role with the Eagles while I can still do so gracefully,

Steuart Smith, the longtime touring guitarist for legendary rock band the Eagles, has retired because of health issues.

The beloved rock band played at the Sphere without the band’s longtime guitarist Steuart Smith. The 72-year-old has left the group after recently being diagnosed with Parkinsonism, a general term for a group of neurological disorders that affect movement.

A classic rock band has replaced its longtime guitarist due to health issues. The Eagles resumed their Las Vegas residency at the Sphere this month with a lineup change, according to Ultimate Classic Rock. Chris Holt, a musician from Dallas, has taken over guitarist Steuart Smith’s spot in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame group.

Steuart Smith, the longtime touring guitarist for the Eagles, on Monday announced his retirement due to complications from Parkinsonism.

Veteran guitarist Steuart Smith, who's been touring with the Eagles for 24 years, revealed that his recent Parkinsonism diagnosis had a profound impact on his decision to retire