Elton John Cancels London Show Due To Appendicitis

Elton John has canceled a series of festival dates in order to have surgery. According to the BBC, the singer called in doctors after falling ill on tour and has been diagnosed with appendicitis.

The statement said John fell ill during his recent European tour, but “is eager to be back on top form and return to play the remaining shows starting in early September 2013.”

John is currently undergoing a course of intense antibiotics and is scheduled for surgery in the coming weeks.

We wish Elton John a speedy recovery!