Sir Elton John Recovering At Home After Having His Appendix Removed

Sir Elton John Recovering At Home After Having His Appendix Removed

He was forced to cancel a string of summer concert dates after he fell ill with appendicitis, but Sir Elton John is now at home recovering after having his appendix removed.

The legendary singer is said to be feeling "great" after undergoing the 45-min procedure at the Princess Grace hospital in Monaco and is recouperating at his home in Nice.

The 66-year-old fell ill at the beginning of last month but still managed to perform 10 concerts on his European tour, although he admitted it was "agony".

He was put on a course of antibiotics to reduce an absess before he had the operation and is said to be feeling much better.

A source told the Mirror: "Elton is back in Nice playing with the boys now. He is a lot better and very positive after the operation.

"He still has to rest up but is determined to get back on the road next month and can't wait to see his fans who have sent thousands of get well soon messages."

In a message on his official website, Sir Elton thanked his fans for their support.
He said: "I would like to thank the literally thousands of people who have sent me get well cards and messages over the past two weeks.

"Your well wishes have touched me deeply and will play a big part in my recovery.
"I cannot wait to see you all and thank you in person when I resume my concert schedule later this year. In the meantime, please know that I consider myself a very blessed man to have such caring and considerate fans."

Sir Elton will make his first public appearance since the surgery when he receives his BRITs Icon Award on September 2 and will open the First Direct Arena in Leeds two days later.