Following a severe bacterial infection that landed her in a hospital's intensive care unit (ICU), international music sensation Madonna has been forced to put her global tour on hold.
Madonna's tour delay follows intense care hospitalization.
Her manager informed that although the pop diva was dealing with a "grave" infection which necessitated "several days in ICU," he anticipated a complete recovery soon.
In his statement, Guy Oseary conveyed that Madonna's health is improving but still needs medical attention.
According to American news outlets, 64-year-old Madonna, originally scheduled to kick off her 84-show tour next month, is reportedly receiving treatment at a New York City-based hospital.
The eminent pop figure planned to mark four decades since her maiden hit single release, "Holiday," by setting out on her inaugural greatest hits performance spree.
Named 'the Celebration Tour,' it signaled the singer's much-anticipated comeback to arenas and stadiums following her innovative Madame X shows held in theatres during 2019 and 2020.
However, numerous shows had to be canceled owing to knee and hip injuries sustained by the star. Last year, after calling off one gig from Lisbon, Portugal, the celebrity posted on Instagram that she needed rest to maintain good health.
Scheduled to begin this July in Vancouver, Canada, and conclude next January in Mexico City, Madonna's forthcoming sojourn did not take off due to the development of acute bacterial infection, as mentioned by her manager in late June, resulting in putting all impending endeavors on hold indefinitely.
Madonna was slated to start the UK and Europe leg of her journey around October middle, kicking off at London-based O2 Arena.
Having announced back in January about exciting musical exploration plans specially created for fans awaiting eagerly-none would matter now.
Madonna's successful singles cover multiple generations starting, including Into The Groove (1985), Like A Prayer (1989), Vogue (1990), and Till Hung Up (2005).
Her further plan likely featured an intense rehearsal phase leading to this yet-to-kick-start tour. Maintaining privacy over health issues is innately very characteristic of Madonna's nature.
Guinness World Records awarded the 'highest music-tour earnings' record among female artists for accomplishing Sticky & Sweet Tour back in 2009,
Forbes recognizes the fifth-richest US self-made woman considering accumulated wealth approximation of $580m (£460m), earning nearly $1.2bn primarily from touring activities.
Despite six children under care, including twin elementary school graduates aged 10, this successful mother artist continues to inspire many with her journey in music.
Born Madonna Louise Ciccone, she called Detroit, Michigan, home before shifting base to New York in 1978 to follow a dream involving dance and music.
This year began on a sad note for Madonna with her elder brother Anthony Ciccone passing away at 66. He had been struggling with issues related to alcoholism and homelessness.