Jasper Carrott forced to postpone tour for major heart surgery
Comedian Jasper Carrott has postponed his tour after revealing he needs major surgery.
The Birmingham star has halted his tour as he requires a heart bypass operation.
The 72-year-old will need three months off to recover from the op.
In a statement, it was reported that the comedian said: "Sadly, I have been told very recently that I need a heart bypass operation.
“Whilst it’s not desperate it is obviously something which I need to get done as soon as possible.
“All being well, the operation will take place in August and there will then follow a three month recovery period after which I anticipate being able to return to work as normal.
“Unfortunately this effects a number of shows which unavoidably must be postponed until at least early spring next year.
“My sincere apologies to all the theatre-goers who have bought tickets to my shows but I know you will understand that my health comes before anything and I will do my level best to get back in action as soon as possible.
“Thank you for your understanding and again my apologies for the disruption and inconvenience to everyone concerned.”
The Stand Up and Rock tour was already well underway, with dates scheduled later this month in Weston-Super-Mare, Great Yarmouth and Norwich.
But now all the dates from October onwards have been postponed.
Jasper was due to play three dates at Lichfield Garrick from October 4-7 but they will now take place from April 11-14 next year.
Emails have been sent to all ticket holders which will be automatically valid for rescheduled dates or refunds are available.
