Irish Country Singer Lisa McHugh Returns Home After Sepsis Hospitalization
Feb. 24, 2026 — Ireland — Acclaimed Irish country music singer Lisa McHugh was hospitalized with life-threatening sepsis earlier this month, leading to the cancellation of her planned comeback concert following prior health struggles.
McHugh, who had been preparing for her return to the stage after recovering from Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) and Trigeminal Neuralgia, shared emotional updates from her hospital bed about the impact on her fans and family.
Recent Sepsis Hospitalization
The BBC News reported on Feb. 12 that McHugh was admitted with sepsis, postponing her live show. Yahoo Entertainment described it as a life-threatening illness, noting her previous diagnoses. The Irish Examiner confirmed she pulled out of the concert due to this setback, compounded by ongoing neurological issues.
From her hospital bed, McHugh posted an update cited by the Irish Examiner:
The hardest part of all has been the guilt.
She expressed remorse for letting down fans and her family amid the ordeal.
Recovery and Homecoming
By mid-February, McHugh announced she was home and recovering. EVOKE.ie on Feb. 18 reported her children had “spurred” her recovery. Wide Open Country covered her return home after battling the infection, while Belfast Live shared her latest health update post-hospitalization.
Prior Health Challenges
McHugh’s troubles began in July 2025 with an FND diagnosis, leaving her unable to walk and suffering severe facial pain from Trigeminal Neuralgia. In November 2025, on The Late Late Show, she reflected on the experience with the Impartial Reporter:
The scariest part of the illness was not knowing.
These events mark a challenging period for the singer, known for her contributions to Irish country music.
