LeAnn Rimes, the celebrated country-pop singer known for hits like "One Way Ticket" and "How Do I Live," faced an unexpected and challenging moment during a recent live performance in Washington state. On June 20, 2025, while performing at The Skagit Casino Resort, Rimes experienced a sudden dental mishap when her front dental bridge unexpectedly fell out mid-song, forcing her to momentarily leave the stage but ultimately finish the show with remarkable resilience.
The incident occurred during her rendition of the 1996 fan favorite "One Way Ticket (Because I Can)." In a candid Instagram video posted on June 22, Rimes detailed the startling moment: "Last night, I was on stage, in the middle of [singing] ‘One Way Ticket,' and I feel something pop in my mouth. 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." The 42-year-old singer explained how she panicked but quickly said, "Hold on!" and rushed to the side of the stage where she managed to pop the bridge back into place before continuing her performance.
Despite the shock and embarrassment of the situation, Rimes chose transparency with her audience. She admitted, "I had to get real with everybody and tell them exactly what was happening or else I would have had to walk off stage." For the remainder of the concert, she was seen discreetly pushing her dental bridge back into her mouth, especially during songs like "Can’t Fight the Moonlight," which posed additional challenges due to the frequent use of difficult sounds such as Fs, THs, and SHs. "I never knew how many 'Fs' and 'Ths' and 'Shs' that I have in my songs," she joked, highlighting the unexpected difficulty of singing with a compromised dental prosthesis.
Rimes reflected on the experience with a mix of humor and grace, calling it "the most epic experience ever." She acknowledged, "I don't usually have firsts in my career. That was a first and hopefully a last." Her attitude was clear: the show must go on, no matter the mishap. "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 candid approach not only endeared her further to fans but also served as a reminder that live performances are unpredictable and that authenticity resonates deeply.
This dental ordeal is not new territory for Rimes. She has been open about her extensive history with dental issues, having undergone 29 surgeries and previously filing a malpractice lawsuit in 2013 against a former dentist for chronic pain and complications from botched veneers. Her willingness to share these struggles publicly has helped destigmatize dental health challenges and provided a window into the difficulties behind the scenes of a polished music career.
Following the mishap, Rimes kept the mood light, joking in her Instagram update that if anyone caught her teeth during the evening’s second show at the same venue, they should "please return them." As of her latest update, she assured fans that her dental bridge was "in for now," signaling that the situation was under control, at least temporarily.
Not one to dwell on setbacks, Rimes also posted a follow-up video backstage, singing a cover of Miley Cyrus' song "More to Lose" from the album "Something Beautiful," which was released in May 2025. With her characteristic humor, she captioned it, "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 😂." This lighthearted take on a potentially humiliating moment exemplifies her professionalism and ability to connect with audiences through honesty and humor.
Fans will have another opportunity to see Rimes perform live on July 12, 2025, in Honolulu, Hawaii, where one can only hope her dental bridge holds firm. Until then, this incident will stand as a memorable example of the unpredictability of live shows and the resilience required to keep the music going.
LeAnn Rimes' experience is a reminder that even seasoned performers face unexpected challenges. Her openness about the incident and her dental history adds depth to her public persona, demonstrating courage and a commitment to authenticity. As she continues her career, this episode will likely be remembered not just for the mishap itself but for the grace and humor with which she handled it.
