Paula Abdul has announced with an ‘incredibly heavy heart’ that she has cancelled her Straight Up! to Canada Tour after sustaining ‘injuries.’
The 62-year-old said she will need up to two months to recover from a ‘minor procedure’ advised by doctors so has been forced to pull the performances.
The American Idol star said she wanted to ‘extend her deepest apologies’ to her fans and the decision ‘truly breaks my heart.’
In a statement on Instagram, Paula wrote: ‘It’s with an incredibly heavy heart that I need to share with you an update regarding some injuries I’ve recently sustained.
‘In an effort to keep going, I’ve received targeted injections that will allow me temporary relief, but the demands of an entire tour is a different story.
‘After multiple consultations with my doctors and exploring all available options, I’ve been advised that one of my injuries requires a minor procedure followed by a 6-8 week recovery time, therefore it will prohibit me from proceeding with the Straight Up! To Canada Tour as well as the dates in Alaska and North Dakota.
‘I want to extend my deepest apologies to all my amazing fans in Canada and the US, you mean the world to me and this truly breaks my heart.
I’ve been looking forward to the energy, love, and connection we always share when we’re together.
‘I promise I’ll be back, stronger and better, dancing my heart out and performing for all of you very soon, to give you the show you deserve.’
The Rush Rush singer said that refunds are available at the point of purchase.
She signed off the post: ‘Thank you for your love, your patience, and your understanding during this time. With all my love and gratitude.’
More to follow.