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Why Tom Jones postponed his show at the last minute

Tom Jones appears on Celebrity Gogglebox
  • Sir Tom Jones has cancelled his concert in Bremen, north Germany, just hours before he was due to perform.
  • The Welsh singer, 85, announced he had contracted an upper respiratory infection requiring treatment and rest.
  • The show, originally scheduled for Tuesday 22 July, has been postponed to Monday 28 July.
  • All tickets purchased for the original date will remain valid for the rescheduled performance.
  • Fans and fellow musicians, including Olly Murs and Anne-Marie, sent messages of support and wished him a speedy recovery.
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