LeAnn Rimes, the celebrated country music star known for hits like "One Way Ticket" and "Can’t Fight the Moonlight," faced a jaw-dropping moment during a recent concert at the Skagit Casino Resort in Washington. In a surprising onstage mishap, her dental bridge fell out mid-performance, forcing her to improvise while keeping the show alive for thousands of fans.
The incident occurred on the evening of Friday, June 20, 2025, as Rimes was passionately singing her hit "One Way Ticket." Suddenly, she felt "something pop in my mouth," she revealed in a candid video shared on Instagram the following day. "And if you’ve been around, you know I’ve had a lot of dental surgeries and I have a bridge in the front and it fell out in the middle of my song last night," she explained to her more than one million followers.
What happened next was a testament to the old showbiz adage that "the show must go on." Though she "panicked" initially, Rimes quickly ran to the side of the stage, popped her teeth back into place, and returned to the microphone. "Then I just had to get real with everybody and tell them exactly what was happening or else I would have had to walk off stage," she said. For the remainder of the concert, she was seen discreetly pushing her teeth back in "every couple lines," a challenging feat given the many "F," "TH," and "SH" sounds in her songs.
Fans witnessed another teeth mishap during her performance of "Can’t Fight the Moonlight," when her teeth "completely fell out again." But true to her professional spirit, Rimes kept singing, turning what could have been a disaster into an unforgettable moment. Reflecting on the experience, she called it "the most epic experience ever" and a "first" in her career, hoping it would also be the last.
Rimes’ openness about her dental struggles is not new. Over the years, she has undergone 29 dental surgeries due to botched dental work. In 2013, she filed a malpractice lawsuit against a former dentist, citing "severe tooth pain, gum inflammation and chronic gum bleeding" caused by poorly fitted veneers. This history adds weight to her recent ordeal, underscoring the resilience she’s shown not only in life but also on stage.
After the initial concert on June 20, Rimes returned to the Skagit Casino Resort for a second show on June 21, 2025. Ever the entertainer, she joked with fans beforehand, "The front row, get ready for something to fly out. If you catch them, please return them." Her humor and candor endeared her even more to her audience, who praised her for "keeping it real" and staying authentic despite the mishap.
In her Instagram video, Rimes underscored the importance of honesty with fans. "Like I said, there wasn’t a f***ing thing I could do about it except either walk off, or just hold my teeth in and sing, so I just ran with it," she said. "The show can go on, even in the midst of sheer, utter embarrassment. You just gotta be real with people." This message resonated deeply, reminding performers and fans alike that vulnerability and perseverance go hand in hand in the world of live entertainment.
Rimes’ story quickly spread across social media platforms, including TikTok, where she posted a similar recount of the incident on June 22. There, she reiterated the surreal nature of the experience and how it served as a reminder that unexpected challenges can be faced with grace and humor. She also highlighted the peculiar realization of how frequently certain consonant sounds appear in her music, making her dental predicament even trickier.
Adding levity to the situation, on June 23, 2025, Rimes shared a playful video singing a cover of Miley Cyrus’ "More to Lose," captioned with a tongue-in-cheek nod to her dental bridge: "This song is so fun to sing, even when your bridge (🦷) is hanging on for dear life…nothing more to lose, when you’ve already lost your teeth and dignity on stage 😂 #moretolose #miley #backstagesessions." This lighthearted approach further showcased her ability to turn adversity into a relatable and entertaining moment.
Looking ahead, Rimes has a busy summer tour planned, with upcoming performances in Hawaii, New York, and California, as well as three shows scheduled in Australia this September. Fans will undoubtedly be cheering her on, hoping for smooth performances but also appreciating the candidness and resilience she has shown through this unusual episode.
LeAnn Rimes’ experience at the Skagit Casino Resort is a vivid reminder that even the most polished stars face unpredictable moments. Her willingness to share the mishap openly and her determination to continue performing under such awkward circumstances highlight the grit behind the glamour. As she said herself, "The show can go on, even in the midst of sheer, utter embarrassment." And for Rimes, that’s exactly what happened.
