Morrissey, 59, is forced to reschedule his first Canadian tour dates in almost two decades after 'medical emergency'
Morrissey has been forced to reschedule his first Canadian tour dates in almost two decades due to a medical emergency.
The former Smiths star postponed two concerts in Vancouver, scheduled for Sunday and Monday evening, with the gigs now set to take place on the same dates in October, after a mystery "accident" which occurred whilst he was travelling in Europe.
Despite initial concerns for his well-being the celebrated singer-songwriter, 59, is said to be "on the path to a swift recovery" and can't wait to make his return to the city.
Unwell: Morrissey has been forced to cancel his first Canadian tour dates in almost two decades due to a medical emergency
Ticketmaster said in a statement: 'Due to a medical emergency stemming from an accident incurred while travelling in Europe, Morrissey will be forced to postpone his performances in Vancouver to October 14 and 15, 2019.
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'Spirits are high and the artist is on the path to a swift recovery. All tickets will be valid for the new date and exchanges will not be necessary. Thank you for your understanding.
'Morrissey looks forward to making his long-awaited return to the city and wishes to deeply thank everyone for their patience.'
Rescheduled: The former Smiths star postponed two concerts in Vancouver, scheduled for Sunday and Monday evening, with the gigs now set to take place on the same dates in October
According to the star's official Facebook events page, the Edmonton show on April 18 is reported to have also been pushed back, however this has not yet been confirmed.
The All You Need Is Me singer is due to resume the Canadian run on April 26 in Toronto.
The ticketing company added: 'All remaining dates on Morrissey's tour will resume as planned, commencing in Toronto on Friday April 26.'
On the mend: Despite initial concerns for his well-being the celebrated singer-songwriter, 59, is said to be "on the path to a swift recovery" and can't wait to make his return to the city
The tour will be the first time Morrissey, a staunch vegan and animal rights campaigner, has set foot in Canada in 15 years as he previously avoided the country in protest of their annual seal hunt.
He plans on making "sizeable" donations to animal charities in each Canadian city he plays.
He said last year: 'My decision to return to Canada after almost 15 years of protest against its savage and Neanderthal annual Baby Seal Kill is entirely because my stance was ultimately of no use and helped no one.
'My voice was drowned out by the merciless swing of spiked axes crushing the heads of babies.
'On my return to Canada I feel that I can be of more use by making sizeable donations to animal protection groups in each city that I play.'
Old times: Morrissey is best known for his work with Manchester based indie band The Smiths
