MAX George has revealed that he is set to undergo major heart surgery after a terrifying dash to hospital.
The Wanted star, 36, said he was taken to hospital on Wednesday after suddenly feeling very unwell.
He took to social media on Thursday to share a health update.
Max posed with a thumbs up from his hospital bed.
The singer revealed that after undergoing routine tests, he was told by medical professionals that he had an “issues with his heart”.
He wrote: “Hey everyone. Yesterday I felt really unwell and was taken in to hospital.
“Unfortunately after some tests they’ve found that I have some issues with my heart.”
The TV star, who is dating EastEnders actress Maisie Smith, said he would need surgery before he returns home.
“I have a lot more tests to determine the extent of the problems and what surgery I will need to get me back on my feet,” he went on to say.
Max explained that he would be remaining in hospital over the festive period – but was thankful for the support of his girlfriend and family.
He shared: “It’s gonna be a difficult few weeks/months… and Christmas in a hospital bed wasn’t exactly what I had planned!
“But, as always, I’m surrounded with love and support by my wonderful partner Maisie, her family, my family and friends.. and I’m 100 per cent in the best place.”
The pop star added: “Although this is a huge shock and no doubt a set back, it’s something I’ll take on with all I’ve got! I count myself very lucky that this was caught when it was.
“Apologies if I bore you with updates in the coming weeks..I’ve probably got a month in a bed and there’s not THAT much to do!
“Let’s do this!. Much love. Max x”
Max’s hospital dash comes just two years after he lost his best friend and band mate Tom Parker, aged just 33, from brain cancer.
Maisie and Max both competed in Strictly Come Dancing 2020 and became good friends while on the show.
In the summer of 2022, they became a romantic item and they moved in together last year.
Maisie waved Essex goodbye and relocated to Manchester to be with Max and they began renovating their own home together.
There is a 13-year age gap between the pair but they have always been too loved up to pay attention to any criticism surrounding it.
Maisie told The Sun’s Fabulous Magazine in February: “If it wasn’t that, it would be something else.
“People don’t understand what goes on behind closed doors in a relationship, and I think they also forget that I’m a consenting 21-year-old woman who’s actually been working longer than Max!
“I don’t notice the age difference and neither do my friends or family. My mum Julia is the one who reads through all the comments. I got a message from her yesterday, saying, ‘Just ignore them, you two were made for each other’.
“I think that just puts it into perspective. I really don’t care what a random person thinks of my relationship when everyone I do care about is incredibly supportive. I’ve been in the business long enough to know you have to have a thick skin.”
