Sir Tom Jones denies collapsing before show and needing medical assistance amid viral laryngitis: ‘That is pure rumour’-Kim Novak-Entertainment – Metro

Sir Tom Jones spoke out after having to cancel a show due to illness (Picture: Getty)

Sir Tom Jones has addressed rumours he collapsed before a concert this week, claiming it was ‘pure rumour’.

The singer, 82, had been forced to cancel a show in Budapest after falling ill, but says that he has viral laryngitis and was advised not to perform by his doctors.

He took to Instagram to tell his followers: ‘Hello to all concerned: I travelled last night from the UK to Budapest and woke this morning with an uncomfortable throat.

‘A specialist came to visit and diagnosed “viral laryngitis.” He strongly advised postponing this evening’s show and prescribed medication and vocal rest.’

Addressing rumours that he had collapsed backstage an hour before the show but had hoped he would have been able to perform anyway, the Welsh crooner denied that had happened.

Sir Tom added: ‘I did not “collapse” anywhere at any time, that is pure rumour.

‘Hopefully the inflammation will calm soon as I am looking forward to continuing my wonderful summer tour.

‘Unfortunately the show had to be cancelled at the last minute, and for that I am very sorry. However, the show in Budapest has been rescheduled and will take place on August 16.

‘Thanks again for all your kind concern. TJ.’

Tom rescheduled the dates after coming down with viral laryngitis (Picture: Action Press/REX/Shutterstock)

Sir Tom had been taken ill ahead of the latest European date on his Surrounded by Time tour at the MVM Dome in Budapest, Hungary.

Concertgoers in the Hungarian capital were told in a message translated to English: ‘Unfortunately following doctors’ advice, Tom Jones regrets he is unable to perform at the MVM Dome this evening.

‘The show will be rescheduled to Tuesday 16th August 2022. All tickets will remain valid for the revised date.

‘Sir Tom sends his sincere apologies for the inconvenience created but looks forward to performing for you in August.’

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