Tom Jones hospitalised due to 'dehydration, not heart scare'

Sir Tom Jones's recent hospitalisation was due to "severe dehydration".

The Welsh singer, who was ordered to cancel his Monte Carlo performance on Saturday night, released an official statement via his website clarifying recent press reports that he had been admitted to hospital with heart trouble.

Jones's representative wrote on the site: "Sir Tom was ordered by doctors not to perform in Monte Carlo yesterday evening, due to severe dehydration. This was extremely disappointing for Tom, the band and all connected with the tour.

"This was the last date of a very successful three month tour, where many of the shows were in locations that were in the throes of high summer heat. There are no heart problems, as has been reported in the press.

"Sir Tom wants to relay his deep regrets for causing disappointment and inconvenience to all who would have come to enjoy his show last night. He thanks everyone for their understanding and support, and hopes to see the fans in Monte Carlo again soon."

Jones recently revealed that he would "love" to collaborate with Lady GaGa, calling her "one of the most exciting artists around".

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