(R)Sad Tom Jones fears ‘my wonderful life’s over now’ in heartbreaking death confession
The 86-year-old was rushed to hospital last week after a short battle with the flu. The Welsh-born crooner feared he was dying and his life was over after being admitted to the Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center in Los Angeles. The singer was forced to cancel or reschedule a number of concerts.
What Happened
“[I thought] Oh well, this is it, you’ve had a wonderful life, Tommy, but it’s over right now,” he said.
“[The medical staff said] What do you want to do now? I was in there for a week. And I said, ‘I’ve got to get back on the stage’. This is where I belong. I can’t live without this, believe me.”
The Its Not Unusual hitmaker returned to the stage on Wednesday night at the Greek Theatre and told the audience just how serious his “bad case of the flu” as he made a heartbreaking six-word death admission. Sir Tom is currently on the US leg of his Come Gather Round Tour and has completed 21 shows in America so far.
The Sex Bomb hitmaker said he has “unexpectedly been hit with a bad case of the flu” and doctors have advised him not to perform. He announced the decision to push back his show on October 25 and 26 in Los Angeles, concert in San Diego, following doctor’s advice.
The Reaction
Taking to Instagram at the time, he wrote: “Following doctor’s advice, I unfortunately have to reschedule tonight’s show in Los Angeles and tomorrow’s show in San Diego.
He continued: “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.”
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.”
What This Means
Sir Tom’s career has spanned over seven decades and the singer has achieved three UK number one singles and four chart-topping albums.
His awards include one Grammy and two Brits, and in 2006 he received a knighthood from the late Queen Elizabeth II for services to music.