In a shocking turn of events, Madonna, the 64-year-old music icon, has been forced to postpone her highly anticipated Celebration tour due to a serious bacterial infection. The news was announced by her manager, Guy Oseary, who revealed that the pop star had developed the infection, leading to a multi-day stay in the intensive care unit (ICU). However, there is some relief as Madonna’s health is improving, and a full recovery is expected. Currently, she remains under medical care as her team closely monitors her progress.
The setback came to light on Saturday, June 24, when Guy Oseary shared the news with Madonna’s dedicated fan base. Oseary expressed his gratitude for the fans’ understanding and support during this challenging time. He assured them that more details, including the rescheduled dates for the tour, will be shared as soon as they become available.
Shortly after the announcement, additional reports emerged, shedding light on the severity of Madonna’s condition. Page Six reported that she was found unresponsive and subsequently rushed to a hospital in New York City. Madonna was intubated for at least one night in the ICU before the tube was removed, and she is now alert and on the path to recovery. Throughout this ordeal, Madonna’s daughter, Lourdes Leon, has been a constant source of support by her side.
The postponement of the Celebration tour comes as a significant blow to Madonna’s devoted fans, who were eagerly anticipating the spectacle that would showcase her unparalleled catalog spanning over four decades. The tour was initially set to embark on a 35-city journey before expanding to include 43 stops. The press release for the tour emphasized Madonna’s desire to pay homage to the city where her illustrious music career began—New York.
Produced by Live Nation, the Celebration tour was originally slated to commence in Vancouver on July 15, spanning North America for two months before crossing the Atlantic for a series of European shows starting in October. The European leg of the tour was expected to conclude in early December before returning to North America for an additional eight cities, culminating in January 2024.
As of now, there is no information available regarding the rescheduling of the tour. Ticketholders are advised to monitor their emails for any updates or instructions regarding the postponed news. It is highly likely that tickets will remain valid for the rescheduled dates once Madonna recovers from her current health condition.
The news of Madonna’s bacterial infection and the subsequent postponement of the Celebration tour has undoubtedly disappointed fans worldwide. However, the collective hope and well wishes for her swift recovery serve as a testament to Madonna’s enduring impact and influence on the music industry throughout her illustrious career.
