Pop Icon Madonna's "Celebration" Tour Delayed: Battles Serious Bacterial Infection

New Delhi 29 June (VNI) Pop Icon Madonna has decided to delay her "Celebration" tour due to a "severe bacterial infection," resulting in her admission to the hospital for several days. According to media reports The 64-year-old music icon is currently receiving medical attention and is expected to make a full recovery. However, no new commencement date for the tour has been announced at this time, as Madonna continues to focus on her health and well-being.

The "Celebration" tour, which would have marked Madonna's 12th worldwide tour, was originally set to commence on July 15 in Vancouver and span a period of seven months. During the tour, Madonna intended to showcase a selection of her greatest hits from the past 40 years. Tickets for the highly-anticipated shows in New York, London, Paris, and Amsterdam were in high demand, selling out rapidly.

Madonna unveiled the "Celebration" tour in January through a captivating black-and-white video, where she engaged in lively conversation and played party games with a group of renowned friends. The video cleverly alluded to her songs, including "S.E.X." and "La Isla Bonita," as well as her documentary and concert film, "Truth or Dare." In the video, Madonna expressed her excitement about the tour and her desire to deliver an unforgettable experience to her devoted fans.

Produced by Live Nation, the tour was planned to encompass approximately 40 cities, culminating in Mexico City on January 30, 2024. The tour itinerary included notable destinations such as Detroit, Chicago, New York, Miami, London, Barcelona, Paris, and Stockholm.

Before the tour announcement, Madonna collaborated with the Weeknd and rapper Playboi Carti on the single "Popular," making a triumphant return to Billboard's Hot 100 chart after an extended absence. The collaboration received positive reception and further heightened anticipation for the "Celebration" tour.

Madonna's health and well-being remain the top priority, and fans eagerly await news of the rescheduled tour dates. While the delay may be disappointing, the most important thing is for Madonna to fully recover and return to the stage in her usual phenomenal form.