Former One Direction star Liam Payne has revealed he has been in hospital with a "serious kidney infection" and has been compelled to cancel gigs.
The 29-year-old singer mentioned he had "no choice" however to postpone his upcoming tour of South America "with a heavy heart".
"Over the past week I've been in hospital with a serious kidney infection, it's something I wouldn't wish on anyone, and doctors' orders are that I now need to rest and recover," Payne posted on Instagram.
"I was beyond excited to come play for you guys.
"To all of you who've purchased tickets: I'm so sorry. We're working to re-schedule the tour as quickly as we probably can, however for now we can be refunding the tickets - so please look out for updates out of your level of buy.
"Thanks as always for the love and support, and look forward to seeing you soon."
Payne has launched into a solo profession after One Direction introduced they had been going an indefinite hiatus in 2015.
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