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Rolling Stone Richards has brain surgery

Richards - Operation was described as a "complete success"
Richards - Operation was described as a "complete success"

Rolling Stones member Keith Richards has undergone surgery to relieve brain pressure after being injured in a fall from a tree in recent weeks.

According to the star's spokesperson, 62-year-old Richards is doing well after the operation, which was carried out in Auckland, New Zealand.

Richards reportedly suffered a brain haemorrhage after falling from a palm tree in Fiji about two weeks ago.

His spokesperson said: "Keith was under observation in Auckland following a fall in Fiji and was feeling well since being examined by doctors last week."

"However, after complaining of headaches yesterday doctors thought it prudent to move ahead with a small operation to remove the pressure."

"The operation was a complete success with Keith already up and chatting with his family today. He will need a few weeks' recuperation."

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