Max George Faces Another Health Crisis with Hospital Dash
The Wanted singer Max George was rushed to hospital on Tuesday morning, sharing a concerning snap from his hospital bed. In the image, a canula is visible in his arm, and he captioned it with frustration, writing, "What now ffs. This s**t ALWAYS happens in the middle of the night." He also referenced his pet Pitbull, Albert, expressing sympathy for the dog. Later, he posted a selfie on his stories, stating, "Running HOT," indicating a fever or high temperature.
A History of Severe Health Setbacks
This recent hospital visit is not an isolated incident for Max George, who rose to fame with The Wanted alongside bandmates like Nathan Sykes and the late Tom Parker. Over the years, he has endured multiple serious health challenges that have significantly impacted his life and career.
In 2021, Max was nearly left blind after a frightening accident while swimming in the sea during a holiday. He hit his face on a rock at the bottom of the Adriatic, resulting in nasty cuts and scratches on his eye. He warned fans, "Always wear goggles in the sea," and joked, "You should see the other guy. A MASSIVE rock at the bottom of the Adriatic." This incident compounded earlier vision problems; in 2011, he had part of his right eye removed due to an infection, leaving him reliant on his left eye for sight.
Heart Surgery and Pacemaker Fitting
In 2024, Max's health took another severe turn when he required a pacemaker to be fitted, followed by an emergency heart operation. He explained that he experienced an arrhythmia, where the top half of his heart beat at 50 beats per minute while the bottom half raced at 160, causing them to be out of sync. He described the situation as "scary" and admitted it came "out of nowhere," shocking him as he transitioned to life with a pacemaker.
Max has had to adjust his lifestyle significantly due to his heart condition. He stated, "Getting used to life that’s a little bit different. Stuff like exercise, I have to be careful doing too much because I depend on my pacemaker. I have to not damage it, doing things like football, skiing, stuff that I love doing, which is hard." Despite these challenges, he maintained a resilient attitude, adding, "It is what it is, you have to get on with it."
Ongoing Health Monitoring and Setbacks
Just last month, Max returned to the hospital for tests related to his heart surgeries, expressing that it was not "good to be back." He underwent a scan on his chest due to issues with one of his lungs, though he reassured fans it was just a precaution. However, he faced another setback when the heart operation had to be repeated, taking six or seven months to heal. He hoped for "a little less drama" this time around.
Max's health struggles have also affected his professional life. As a singer known for hits like "Walks Like Rihanna" and "Gold Forever," he was eager to return to work but found his recovery delayed. He admitted, "All I wanted to do was get back to work," highlighting the frustration of dealing with prolonged health issues.
Personal Life and Support
Throughout these ordeals, Max has been supported by his girlfriend, Maisie Smith. His health updates often include references to his personal life, showing how his conditions impact not just him but those close to him. The combination of vision problems, heart surgeries, and frequent hospital visits paints a picture of a star battling persistent health woes with determination and humour, even in the face of adversity.
