Elton John has appendix removed

The crocked star has told pals he feels much better following the 45-minute operation – and is ready to rock

ELTON John has vowed to be back on stage next month after having his appendix removed.

The crocked star has told pals he feels much better following the 45-minute operation – and is ready to rock.

Elton, 66, has been recovering at his home in Nice, France, after being forced to pull out of a host of summer shows in Italy, Germany and London’s Hyde Park last month.

After weeks of antibiotics to reduce a painful abscess, he finally underwent surgery on Thursday afternoon.

The dad of two stayed overnight at

Monaco’s Princess Grace Hospital and flew home early yesterday, telling friends: “I feel great.” A source close to the singer said last night: “Elton is back in Nice playing with the boys now. He is a lot better and very positive after the operation.

“He still has to rest up but is determined to get back on the road next month and can’t wait to see his fans who have

sent thousands of get well soon messages.” Elton has promised to be at the opening of the new First Direct Arena in Leeds on September 4 and will close Bestival on the Isle of Wight later in the month before heading back to Las Vegas for a month-long residency at The Colosseum.

His first public appearance since the op will be in London on September 2, when he becomes the debut recipient of the new BRITs Icon Award.

He is also planning to promote his new album The Diving Board, which has already had rave reviews ahead of its

official release on September 24. source : mirror

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