British music sensation Rag'n'Bone Man has been struck down by a sudden and severe illness while on tour, leading to an emergency hospital admission in Lithuania and the cancellation of his imminent performances.
The acclaimed singer, whose real name is Rory Graham, took to social media to share a sobering picture from his hospital bed, delivering the disappointing news to his loyal fanbase. The 39-year-old artist was scheduled to perform in Lithuania and neighbouring Latvia as part of his European tour.
In a heartfelt message posted to his followers, the 'Human' hitmaker explained his situation: "Unfortunately, I've ended up in hospital with a pretty bad infection. It means that we have to cancel the shows in Lithuania and Latvia. I'm so sorry to everyone that was planning on coming. I'm absolutely gutted."
The photograph accompanying his announcement showed the typically robust singer looking unwell, connected to a medical drip as he received urgent treatment. His management team has yet to disclose the specific nature of the infection that necessitated this unexpected hospital stay.
This health scare comes at a particularly busy time for the artist, who has been actively touring across Europe. The sudden cancellation has left many fans disappointed, though most have responded with messages of support and well-wishes for his speedy recovery.
The music industry has seen numerous artists face similar health-related tour interruptions in recent years, highlighting the intense physical demands of constant performing and travelling. Medical professionals often note that touring schedules can significantly compromise artists' immune systems, making them more vulnerable to illnesses.
There has been no official word yet on whether this hospitalisation will affect Rag'n'Bone Man's other scheduled performances beyond the immediately cancelled shows. Fans are eagerly awaiting further updates on his condition and recovery timeline.
The Sussex-born singer rose to international fame with his breakthrough single 'Human' in 2016, which showcased his powerful, soulful voice and led to numerous awards, including a BRIT Award for Best British Breakthrough Act.
