Matthews had been set to take the stage at the Jan. 30 benefit concert in the wake of the devastating Los Angeles wildfires.
CNN has reached out to a representative for Matthews for comment. The FireAid benefit concert, a music event set up to aid the relief efforts following the deadly and devastating Los Angeles wildfires, is set to take place on Thursday at the Kia Forum and the new Intuit Dome, both located in the LA city of Inglewood.
Dave Matthews, who was part of a star-studded lineup of performers at a Los Angeles concert to raise money for wildfire relief, said on Wednesday he would not be able to perform.
Dave Matthews will be sitting out the FireAid and MusiCares benefit concerts due to a 'critical illness in the family.'
With FireAid set to kick off Thursday night, Dave Matthews was forced to cancel his performance due to a "critical illness in the family."
As Southern California begins to rebuild in the wake of the wildfires, Live Nation is assembling some of Hollywood's biggest talents in support.
FireAid, a fundraising event for victims of the L.A. wildfires, will take place on January 30 and will include appearances from Lady Gaga, Lil Baby, Gracie Abrams, Lady Gaga, and more. See the full line-up and get details on how to watch from home.
Billie Eilish and Finneas, Earth, Wind & Fire, Gracie Abrams, Green Day, Gwen Stefani, Jelly Roll, Joni Mitchell, Katy Perry, Lady Gaga, Lil Baby, Pink ... the stage together for the first time: Dave Matthews and John Mayer. More acts and special guests ...
Two concerts starring a list of big names will be held at the end of the month in Los Angeles to raise money for the wildfire victims.
In addition to the performances, original Grateful Dead members Mickey Hart, Bill Kreutzmann and Bob Weir will be recognized for their musical contributions and philanthropy, while late band founders Jerry Garcia and Phil Lesh will be honored posthumously.
The benefit concert, featuring performances from 27 artists, will be the first time a live event has been simulcast on the leading streamers.
Billie Eilish, Lady Gaga, Jelly Roll and Rod Stewart are among the musical acts who will appear Thursday evening at a two-venue concert event to raise money for wildfire recovery efforts. The FireAid benefit concert will begin at 6 p.