Tom Jones health update: What happened to the 86-year-old singer? Why has he postponed US tour shows in LA and San Diego?

Tom Jones ill: Sir Tom Jones had to postpone more concerts on the US leg of his world tour after being taken ill. Just two days back, Tom Jones said he is "truly sorry" after rescheduling two forthcoming concerts due to "a bad case of the flu". A message posted on his social media platforms informed fans that he was not keeping well and had to reschedule shows in Los Angeles and San Diego.

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Sir Tom Jones US tour cancelled?

Now the singer has revealed he has had to postpone another show. A post on his social media platforms read: "Following doctor’s advice for another day of rest, I unfortunately must reschedule tomorrow night’s show in Yaamava Resort & Casino, Highland, CA. To Friday November 6th 2026. Again I’m truly sorry for any inconvenience caused. I look forward to seeing you all soon".


"I've had a great time these last few weeks, completing 20 shows and singing for wonderful audiences across the USA, but unexpectedly I've been hit with a bad case of the flu."

Tom shared the shows would be rescheduled for early next month on 3 and 4 November, respectively. "I'm truly sorry for any inconvenience caused. I look forward to seeing you all soon."

"All tickets for the original dates will remain valid. However, if customers are unable to attend the rescheduled dates, they are advised to contact their original point of purchase for a refund."

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Is Tom Jones still alive?

Yes, Tom Jones is alive and is currently suffering from a flu. The singer has been candid about his health in the past, from his weight to having both his hips replaced.

Sir Tom Jones last postponed a live performance due to illness on July 22, 2025. The singer was forced to withdraw from a concert in Bremen, Germany, just hours before he was due to take the stage after contracting an upper respiratory infection. In July 22, he postponed a concert in Budapest, Hungary, after being diagnosed with viral laryngitis.

In 2018, he was forced to cancel several UK and European tour dates, including performances in London, Chester and Finland, after being hospitalised with a severe bacterial infection. In 2017 too, Tom Jones postponed his entire US tour just days before it was due to begin to undergo hip replacement surgery.

Despite being well into his 80s, the singing superstar has continued to impress audiences. His recent US tour performances have earned rave reviews, with critics describing his voice as 'better than ever'.

Speaking to The Daily Mail, Tom previously opened up about his health journey with his hips prior to the right replacement. "I do four songs, sit down, and say, look, normally I would get up after this, but tonight just on the stool just to take the weight off this leg. And I found that I could sing easier sitting than standing," he said.

The Delilah and She's A Lady singer has achieved three UK number one singles and four chart-topping albums during a music career spanning more than six decades. His awards include one Grammy, two Brits and an Ivor Novello; Sir Tom also received a knighthood from the late Queen Elizabeth II in 2006 for his services to music.