Lady Gaga has postponed her upcoming European tour due to "physical and mental health struggles".
The singer released new album 'Joanne' last year, and followed this up by taking part in the Netflix documentary Gaga: Give Foot Two.
In the film, Lady Gaga revealed that she suffers from fibromyalgia – a debilitating illness that can cause constant body pain.
Planning a full European tour later this year, the performer has been forced to postpone the shows in order to deal with her "physical and mental health struggles".
In an emotional note to fans Lady Gaga said:
"I use the word 'suffer' not for pity, or attention, and have been disappointed to see people online suggesting that I'm being dramatic, making this up, or playing the victim to get out of touring. If you knew me, you would know this couldn't be further from the truth."
"I'm a fighter. I use the word suffer not only because trauma and chronic pain have changed my life, but because they are keeping me from living a normal life. They are also keeping me from what I love the most in the world: performing for my fans."
"I am looking forward to touring again soon, but I have to be with my doctors right now so I can be strong and perform for you all for the next 60 years or more. I love you so much."
Refunds are available from the point of purchase – check out the full note below.
To my fans, I love you so much. pic.twitter.com/g2BmmSx02v
— xoxo, Gaga (@ladygaga) September 18, 2017
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