Singer Max George faced a terrifying health scare just days before he was due to embark on a major US tour, being rushed to hospital for emergency heart scans. The 36-year-old member of the pop group The Wanted disclosed the alarming incident on social media, sharing images from his hospital stay.
A Sudden Hospital Dash
Max George was admitted to A&E twice in a single week after experiencing arrhythmias, which are abnormal heart rhythms where the heart beats too fast or too slow. This medical emergency occurred a mere two days before he and his bandmate, Siva Kaneswaran, were scheduled to begin their tour across America as The Wanted 2.0.
During his hospital visit, George underwent a full heart MRI scan to assess his condition. He reassured fans on social media, joking, "So happened 2 days before our tour in America… And no, I didn't go to space." He described the ordeal as a "bushtucker trial" and called the experience "GRIM."
Ongoing Health Battles
This is not the first time the singer has confronted serious heart problems. Less than a year ago, George underwent surgery to have a pacemaker fitted after his health deteriorated significantly last December. In a previous interview, he revealed the severity of that episode, stating he had "turned blue" and had even written a will on his iPhone.
Despite the pacemaker, he continued to experience issues. "I was trying to get back to good health but was still having a flickering sensation for weeks after I had my pacemaker fitted and it was gradually getting worse and worse," George explained. "When my heart rate went up, it was causing a shock in my heart which was making me jump all the time. My chest was shaking."
Road to Recovery and Fan Support
Fortunately, the recent scans gave George positive news. He was given the green light to continue with the tour, stating that his heart just needed "a few tweaks." He expressed his relief, saying he was "so buzzing" to be able to perform for fans in the US and confirmed there are "so many more [tours] in the diary for next year."
His girlfriend, actress Maisie Smith, has been supportive throughout his recovery. She recently commented that while Max still has "hard days," he is "definitely getting stronger" and that it's "nice to see him performing." His social media post about the hospital scare received an outpouring of support, with thousands of likes and messages from fans wishing him well.
However, his health remains a consideration for his schedule. The singer was forced to cancel a concert in Manchester due to his ongoing condition, with a promise to reschedule when he is feeling better.
