The Wanted star, 36, rushed to hospital with 'heart issues' as singer shares worrying health update

12 December 2024, 20:40 | Updated: 13 December 2024, 08:39

Max George has been rushed to hospital
Max George has been rushed to hospital. Picture: Instagram/Alamy

By Emma Soteriou

The Wanted's Max George has been rushed to hospital after facing heart issues.

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The singer said he would be spending Christmas in hospital as he undergoes surgery.

The 36-year-old said he is awaiting more tests to determine the extent of the issues, but said he is expecting it to be a "difficult few weeks/months".

He said he counted himself "very lucky" that the issue was caught when it was.

Sharing an update on Instagram, he said: "Yesterday I felt really unwell and was taken in to hospital. Unfortunately after some tests they’ve found that I have some issues with my heart.

"I have a lot more tests to determine the extent of the problems and what surgery I will need to get me back on my feet.

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"It’s gonna be a difficult few weeks / months… and Christmas in a hospital bed wasn’t exactly what I had planned!

"But, as always, I’m surrounded with love and support by my wonderful partner Maisie, her family, my family and friends.. and I’m 100% in the best place.

"Although this is a huge shock and no doubt a set back, it’s something I’ll take on with all I’ve got! I count myself very lucky that this was caught when it was."

Max is best known for his time in The Wanted, alongside Nathan Sykes, Jay McGuiness, Siva Kaneswaran and Tom Parker.

He and Siva recently reunited for 'The Wanted 2.0' - with the pair touring together.

He also appeared on Strictly Come Dancing in 2020, where he first met his current girlfriend actress Maisie Smith.

The Wanted
The Wanted. Picture: Getty

Commenting on the post, Max's bandmate, Siva, said: "Here for you brother. Rest up and get well soon."

JLS stars JB Gill and Marvin Humes also commented.

JB wrote: "God bless you bro, wishing you better soon. Sending lots of love."

Marvin added: "Sorry to hear you're not well geezer, you're strong and will fight through. Big love mate."

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