Aerosmith frontman Steven Tyler is 'seeking immediate care' after suffering 'unexpected medical issues' which have forced the band to cancel the remainder of their tour.
A statement appeared on the 69-year-old musician's official Twitter page announcing his non-life threatening health issues and the news that the remaining dates of Aerosmith's South American tour would be cancelled.
"Unfortunately, due to unexpected medical issues, lead singer, Steven Tyler, is seeking immediate care and has been advised by doctors that he cannot travel or perform at this time," the statement reads. "Therefore, the last four shows of the South American tour will be cancelled."
"Steven is expected to make a full recovery. With proper rest and treatment he will be back on his feet soon rocking the world."
— Steven Tyler (@IamStevenT) September 26, 2017
Tyler then added his own message to the statement reassuring fans that he isn't in a "life-threatening condition."
"To everybody in South America....Brazil, Chile, Argentina and Mexico....I'm very sorry and feel like I've let you down..I won't be able to continue the last four shows of this tour. I flew back to the US on doctor's orders last night after the show in São Paulo," Tyler said.
"Please not to worry... I am not in a life-threatening condition, but I need to deal with this right away and get some rest and medical care immediately in order to sustain and maintain my future performances....I promise I'll be back...unfortunately, health does not wait and it's something even I can't schedule around our shows.....
"As they say, 'We humans make plans, and God laughs....' I love you all and will be back with you soon..... "
