MAX George has revealed he is to undergo major heart surgery after a terrifying trip to hospital.
The singer, 36, posted a photo of himself lying in a hospital bed giving the thumbs up – and told fans he considered himself “very lucky”.
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Max George is set to undergo heart surgery after being rushed to hospitalCredit: Instagram
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The Wanted star said he had been diagnosed with a heart problem. Credit: Instagram
It comes just two years after his bandmate and best friend Tom Parker died of brain cancer aged just 33.
On Thursday, he took to social media to share an update on his health.
Max said he was in for a “huge shock” when he was told he had heart problems after feeling unwell and would be undergoing tests to determine the extent.
He posted online: “Hi everyone. Yesterday I felt really bad and was taken to the hospital.
“Unfortunately, after some tests they found that I have heart problems.”
The TV star, who is in a relationship with EastEnders actress Maisie Smith, said he will have to have surgery before he can return home.
“I still have a lot of tests to determine the extent of the problem and what surgery I will need to get back on my feet,” he continued.
Max explained that he would be staying in hospital over the festive period – but was grateful for the support of his girlfriend and family.
He shared: “It’s going to be a tough few weeks/months… and Christmas in a hospital bed is not exactly what I had planned!
“But, as always, I’m surrounded by love and support from my wonderful partner Maisie, her family, my family and friends… and I’m 100 per cent in the best place.”
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The pop star added: “While this is a huge shock and no doubt backwards, it’s something I’ll take with everything I’ve got! I consider myself very lucky that this was caught when it was.
“I apologize if I’ve been boring you with updates in the coming weeks. I’ve probably been in bed for a month now and I don’t have THAT much to do!
“Let’s do it!. Lots of love. Max x”
Maisie and Max competed in Strictly Come Dancing 2020 and became good friends while on the show.
They became romantically involved in the summer of 2022 and moved in together last year.
Maisie waved goodbye to Essex and moved to Manchester to be with Max and together they started renovating their own home.
The age difference between them is 13 years, but they have always been too much in love to pay attention to any criticism about it.
Maisie told The Sun’s Fabulous Magazine in February: “If it wasn’t for that, it would be something else.
“People don’t understand what goes on behind closed doors in a relationship, and I think they also forget that I’m a 21-year-old fit woman who actually works longer than Max!
“I don’t notice the age difference and neither do my friends or family. My mum Julia is the one who reads all the comments. Yesterday I got a text from her saying, ‘Just ignore them, you two are meant for each other.’
“I think it just puts it into perspective. I really don’t care what a random person thinks about my relationship when everyone I care about is incredibly supportive. I’ve been in the business long enough to know you have to have a thick skin.”
Max previously revealed how he suffered from alcoholism — but turned over a new leaf after Tom’s devastating diagnosis in 2020.
The father of two died two years later.
Max said on Channel 4’s Scared Of The Dark: “I don’t think I’ll ever be okay with it.
“One of the last things I said to him was — I thanked him for making my life so much better than it could have ever been.
“He was my best friend.”
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Max praised his girlfriend Maisie Smith for her support during this time Credit: maisiesmithofficial/Instagram..
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The pop star said she will remain in hospital over ChristmasCredit: instagram/@maxgeorge
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Max was part of the boy band The WantedCredit: AP
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Max with actress girlfriend Maisie Credits: Rex
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Max, left, with best friend Tom Parker, who died of brain cancer aged 33 Credit: Social media – view source
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