George Michael Has Pneumonia, Cancels Tour

George Michael Has Pneumonia, Cancels Tour










SingerGeorge Michaelhas had to postpone the rest of his European tour due to ongoing treatment for “severe” pneumonia, according to his spokesperson.

She also denies rumors that Michael is suffering from serious heart problems, adding that he’s “slowly improving” in a hospital in Vienna.

“George Michael is ill with pneumonia and any other speculation regarding his illness is unfounded and untrue,” she said in a statement.

“He is receiving excellent medical care; he is responding to treatment and slowly improving.”

His doctors advised that the formerWham!singer should postpone the remaining dates in his “Symphonica” tour.

the “Faith” singer is being treated byChristoph ZielinskiandThomas Staudinger, who said in a joint statement:

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“George Michael has severe community acquired pneumonia and is being
treated as an inpatient. His condition has stabilized and he is
responding to treatment.

“From the current point of view, the time until recovery cannot be
estimated, but he will not be able to perform the rest of the tour.
Besides medical treatment, complete rest and peace and quiet are
mandatory.”

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All British dates of his “Symphonica” European tour have been cancelled, including three this month and 11 in December.

Further announcements will be made once the dates can be rescheduled. Ticket holders are asked to retain their tickets.