Sir Tom Jones Pulls Out Of Hyde Park Olympics Concert After Illness: Will Young Steps Up To Replace Singer

Sir Tom Jones Too Till To Perform At Hyde Park

Sir Tom Jones has apologised to fans after pulling out of a huge concert in London's Hyde Park which is part of the Olympic celebrations.

The Welshman was due to perform at tonight's BT London Live show but was struck down by illness.

He posted on Twitter yesterday: "Sadly I have contracted a chest infection w/bronchitis & due to doctors orders I've had 2 cancel tomorrows and Sundays show. Sorry to all x".

He later added: "Thanks for all the lovely messages, I don't know if everyones understanding and support is making me feel better or worse! You're the best!"

The 72-year-old was replaced as the headline act by Will Young, who Tweeted: "Singing out the blue in Hyde park tonight! Filling in for Tom jones who I hope is ok. Come along. It's FREE and I'm going to wear gym gear!"

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