Legendary musician Elton John has announced the postponement of his upcoming concert scheduled for October 20 at Madison Square Garden in New York City due to an unexpected illness.
In a statement released by his management team early this morning, it was revealed that the 76-year-old singer is battling a severe bout of influenza, forcing him to take time off to recover.
“Elton has been diagnosed with a severe case of the flu and has been advised by his doctors to rest completely for the next week,”* the statement read. *”He is incredibly disappointed to have to postpone the show and apologizes to all his fans for the inconvenience. He looks forward to returning to the stage as soon as he is fully recovered.”
Fans who were eagerly anticipating the performance have expressed their well-wishes for the artist’s speedy recovery across various social media platforms. The concert was part of Elton John’s ongoing “Farewell Yellow Brick Road” tour, which is said to be his final global tour before retiring from live performances.
Madison Square Garden officials have confirmed that they are working closely with Elton John’s team to reschedule the concert. Tickets purchased for the original date will be honored for the rescheduled show, and refunds will be available at the point of purchase for those unable to attend the new date once it is announced.
This is not the first time Elton John has had to postpone performances due to health issues. In 2020, he was forced to delay several shows after being diagnosed with walking pneumonia. Despite these setbacks, the iconic musician has consistently returned to the stage with his trademark energy and passion, delighting fans worldwide.
Elton John, known for hits like “Rocket Man,” “Tiny Dancer,” and “Your Song,” has had a prolific career spanning over five decades. He has sold more than 300 million records worldwide and has been a prominent figure in advocating for various charitable causes, including his own Elton John AIDS Foundation.
Fans and fellow musicians alike are sending their support and hoping for the artist’s quick return to health. Further updates regarding the rescheduled concert date will be provided as they become available.
