Why has Tom Jones cancelled shows in Chester and Stansted Park and what if you have tickets?
TOM Jones fans were devastated when the Welsh legend cancelled two UK shows at short notice.
But why was he forced to postpone the gigs, will the concerts go ahead at a later date and what if you've bought tickets? Here's what you need to know...
Why has Tom Jones cancelled shows?
Sir Tom Jones has apologised to fans for cancelling two concerts this week due to illness.
The singer is being treated in hospital for a bacterial infection, which forced him to cancel a gig at Stansted Park in Chichester on July 18 and a show at Chester Racecourse on July 19.
In a statement posted on Twitter, Sir Tom said: "I am so sorry for cancelling last night's show in Chichester, it's the worse feeling having to let down everyone who was coming as well as everyone who is involved in the event.
"I know many of you travel considerable distances and make plans with friends and family that take a lot of effort, and it is so disappointing when things don't go right."
A previous statement shared on his social media page revealed that the singer "has a bacterial infection for which he is being treated in hospital".
"The condition is being well managed and we are hoping for a speedy recovery.
"He is extremely sorry and disappointed not to be able to perform tonight, and sincerely apologises for inconveniences caused to the audience and all those who are involved in the event."
Fans of the star were understandably gutted, with many commenting how they had been looking forward to the show for ages.
Last September Tom cancelled his US tour with just five days to go due to a mystery illness.
The health scare forced the singer to release a statement which read: "Tom sends his sincere apologies to his fans and looks forward to seeing them again in 2018."
Will Tom Jones' gigs be rescheduled?
In his Twitter statement, the legendary singer said: "Although I can't perform again tonight at Chester Racecourse, the good news is that we can get another date in Chester on August 12, so hopefully I will see you there.
"Until then, a sincere thank you for your support and understanding."
It has not yet been confirmed whether the Stansted Park concert will also be rescheduled.
Fans were told their tickets will "remain valid for the rescheduled dates", and that if people are unable to attend, they will be able to get a refund at the point of purchase.
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Who is Sir Tom Jones?
Tom Jones was born in Treforest, Pontypridd, Glamorgan, Wales, on 7 June 1940.
His showbiz career spans six decades, from his emergence as a vocalist in the mid-1960s with a string of top hits and regular appearances in Las Vegas.
He became a coach on The Voice back in 2012, while it was still on the BBC, and mentored Leanne Mitchell to win the first series.
Tom was replaced by Boy George after 2015 series, but returned to the show when it moved to ITV, and had the winning act again in 2018 with Ruti Olajugbagbe.
The Welsh icon received a Grammy Award for Best New Artist in 1966, an MTV Video Music Award in 1989, and two Brit Awards: Best British Male in 2000 and the Outstanding Contribution to Music award in 2003.
He was awarded an OBE in 1999 and was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II for services to music in 2006.