MUMBAI: Singer Tom Jones has apologised to his fans after being forced to postpone his US tour until next year on doctors' orders.

Jones was due to kick off a lengthy tour across the US next week, reports dailymail.co.uk.

The 77-year-old was supposed to kick off his live concerts with a show in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania on September 6. The tour was supposed to continue till 7 October with a final gig in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

"Following medical advice, Jones has announced that he will, unfortunately, be postponing his US tour, which was due to commence in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania on Wednesday, September 6," his representative said in a statement.

"Dates are being re-scheduled for May and June 2018 and all tickets will remain valid for the new dates, details of which, will follow as soon as possible. Tom sends his sincere apologies to his fans and looks forward to seeing them all again in 2018. Any customers wishing to get a refund should contact their point of purchase," the statement further read. 

(Source: IANS)