Friday, May 25, 2012

Elton John Cancels Performances Due To Respiratory Infection

Singer hospitalized after falling ill during Sunday's 'Million Dollar Piano' show in Las Vegas.
By Brendan Dempsey


Elton John
Photo: MTV News

Sir Elton John checked into a Los Angeles hospital on Wednesday with what is reportedly a "serious respiratory infection." As a result, the singer has been forced to cancel three of his upcoming "Million Dollar Piano" shows scheduled for this weekend in Las Vegas.

The five-time Grammy-winning artist began to feel ill during a performance of his "Million Dollar" show on Sunday. His condition worsened throughout the week, and he checked into Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles at 6:00 a.m. Wednesday. After a number of tests and antibiotic treatment, doctors released John and advised him not to perform for seven days.

In a statement released on John's website Thursday (May 24), the singer said: "It feels strange not to be able to perform these 'Million Dollar Piano' concerts at The Colosseum. I love performing this show and I will be thrilled when we return to The Colosseum in October to complete the eleven concerts soon to be scheduled. All I can say to the fans is sorry I can't be with you. I hope to see you soon at this wonderful theatre at Caesars Palace."

The singer is set to kick off a summer tour in Europe, beginning with a June 1 stop in Germany.

Those holding tickets for any of the canceled performances will be able to exchange their tickets or get a refund at the original point of purchase.

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