Zayn Malik has shocked fans by announcing the cancellation of his latest sellout tour.
In an announcement made on Friday, the singer shared that he had taken the decision to ax his entire US tour which had been due to begin on July 12.
“To my fans: Thank you so much for all the support and love you’ve shown me on the album release and more importantly your love, prayers, and well wishes for my health. I’ve felt it, and it’s meant the world. I’ve been at home recovering and I’m doing well and will be better and stronger than before,” Malik wrote in an Instagram Story to fans.
“I’ve had to take another look at my schedule for the months ahead and have to reduce the number of shows on the KONNAKOL Tour.
“I want to make sure I still get out and see as many of you as I possibly can. I’m really looking forward to playing these shows for you, and I hope to see the rest of you around the world very soon. Big Love, Z.”
The announcement comes after Malik was hospitalized last month due to an undisclosed, unexpected health issue, forcing him to cancel numerous TV appearances during his album release week.
Malik also hit headlines last month after being caught in a shock row with his former bandmate and close pal Louis Tomlinson.
Claims had emerged that Malik had punched Tomlinson during a violent clash while filming for their Netflix documentary.
The pair had joined forces to film a three-part road trip docuseries for the streaming service, which has since been axed following their fallout.
The incident took place while the pair were filming on location and occurred after Malik allegedly made negative comments about Tomlinson’s mum, Johannah Deakin, who died of leukemia in 2016.
“It spiraled into a row then Zayn made a remark about Louis’ mum Johannah,” sources told The Sun in April.
The insider added: “Louis was stunned and in shock. As he went to move, Zayn then attacked him. Zayn punched him straight in the face. Because he was wearing rings it cut Louis’ head.
“He was pulled away and Louis was taken for medical treatment. He was left with a concussion.
“This happened outside in front of so many people. It was shocking.”
According to the outlet, neither band member has spoken to the other since the incident six months ago.
