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Daily Record
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
The Wanted's Max George gives health update following second major heart surgery
The star had heart surgery initially in December and then again in February. Max George has given his fans a health update after he had his second heart surgery. Back in December, The Wanted singer was rushed into hospital when his mum noticed he had turned blue. Doctors told the 36 year old that his heart was dangerously weak, and just before Christmas he had to be fitted with a pacemaker. Max's girlfriend, EastEnders actress Maisie Smith, 23, has been supporting him during his recovery and was also by his side when he had to have a second heart operation in February. The second surgery meant that Max had to cancel a planned live show with The Wanted's new two-member lineup, which includes bandmate Siva Kaneswaran. However, Max's recovery has been going well, meaning he can get back out to work and has even hit the road on tour with Maisie. The pair toured the UK in Jeff Wayne's The War of the Worlds and Max will also be back on stage with Siva. In an update, Max explained his is now feeling "great", he told Heat magazine: "It's probably taken me until about the last two weeks to almost fully recover where I feel normal." "When I wake up in the morning, my energy's much higher now. I'm getting there. It's taken a while, but I feel really good." Bandmate Siva added: "You've come a long way. I'm very proud of you. You should have seen him in January or February, we're very lucky that he's recovered very fast... I'd let him know if he was lagging!" Max said that his theatre tour was "tiring" because he was still in recovery. "It was more stubbornness than anything because I really wanted to experience doing that show with Maisie so I was going to do it no matter what." The singer insisted he is now in a "really, really good position" regarding his health and is ready for his tour with Siva. "I'm just ready for this now and it feels so natural that, even when I'm not 100%, I still feel great doing it," he said. The Wanted was made up of Max, Siva Kaneswaran, Jay McGuiness, Nathan Sykes and the late Tom Parker who tragically died in 2022 at the age of 33 following a cancer battle. However, Max and Siva decided to continue performing. Max and Siva formed 'The Wanted 2.0' and Max announced last year that he would be hitting the road with his bandmate to entertain fans across North America as well as the UK. Due to his health, Max had a setback as he had to undergo a second emergency surgery after his pacemaker was fitted incorrectly. He shared that he had to go to hospital again to fix the issues, and admitted that he was going through a 'pretty rough time.' Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community!
Daily Mirror
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Max George gives one-word health update after major heart surgery
The Wanted singer Max George has shared a heath update following his second major heart surgery after a terrifying health scare last year as he shares how life's changed Max George has issued an update on his recovery after undergoing two major heart surgeries. The Wanted singer, 36, was rushed to hospital in December when his mum noticed he had turned blue. The terrifying health scare saw Max being told his heart was dangerously weak, and he was fitted with a pacemaker just before Christmas. Girlfriend Maisie Smith, 23, has been by Max's side throughout his recovery and was by his side for the second heart operation in February. The additional surgery forced Max to cancel a live show with The Wanted's new two-member lineup, which includes bandmate Siva Kaneswaran. Thankfully, Max has made huge progress in his recovery and has even hit the road on tour with Maisie. The pair toured the UK in Jeff Wayne's The War of the Worlds and Max is also returning to the stage with Siva. In an update, Max explained his is now feeling "great". "It's probably taken me until about the last two weeks to almost fully recover where I feel normal," he told Heat magazine. "When I wake up in the morning, my energy's much higher now. I'm getting there. It's taken a while, but I feel really good." Bandmate Siva added: "You've come a long way. I'm very proud of you. You should have seen him in January or February, we're very lucky that he's recovered very fast... I'd let him know if he was lagging!" Max admitted his theatre tour was "tiring" because he was still in recovery. "It was more stubbornness than anything because I really wanted to experience doing that show with Maisie so I was going to do it no matter what." The singer insisted he is now in a "really, really good position" regarding his health and is ready for his tour with Siva. "I'm just ready for thgis now and it feels so natural that, even when I'm not 100% I still feel great doing it," he said. The Wanted, is made up of Max, Siva Kaneswaran, Jay McGuiness, Nathan Sykes and late Tom Parker who tragically died in 2022 at the age of 33 following a cancer battle. However, Max has been performing under a spin-off outfit since last year. Joined by Siva to form The Wanted 2.0, Max announced last year that he would be hitting the road with his bandmate to entertain fans across North America as well as the UK. Due to his health, Max had a setback as he had to undergo a second emergency surgery after his pacemaker was fitted incorrectly. He shared that he had to go to hospital again to fix the issues, and admitted that he was going through a 'pretty rough time.' The singer shared a photo of himself lying in a hospital bed with headphones on, with wires and monitors attached to his body. He then followed up with himself in a bathroom after the second surgery, showing a fresh scar on his chest underneath a tattoo of his late bandmate Tom Parker 's date of birth. Alongside the photo, Max wrote: 'A few weeks ago I had to go back into hospital after having some physical symptoms in my chest. It turned out that one of the leads was placed too far into my heart. The second surgery took about 2 hours. Luckily, it was a success and they kindly let me listen to Oasis the whole time. "It's been a setback, but it's just one of those things. I've had a few complications the last couple of months but I'm having loads of tests to make sure everything is all good. "It can take a few weeks / months for the inflammation of my heart to subside (myocarditis) but I'm sure I'll be back on top form in no time! Thanks everyone for all your lovely messages and support through what's been a pretty rough time. Means a lot.'
Scottish Sun
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Max George gives health update after ‘rough' time since major heart surgery
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) MAX George gave fans an insight on how he is bouncing back from major heart surgery. The Wanted singer, 36, was admitted to A&E last December and had heart surgery and a pacemaker fitted after doctors discovered a heart block, which caused his heart to beat abnormally. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 5 Max George shared a major health update after undergoing heart surgery Credit: Instagram 5 The singer had two secret surgeries Credit: Not known, clear with picture desk 5 He showed himself walking on a treadmill as part of his rehab Credit: Instagram @maxgeorge He then recently revealed he had to undergo a secret second heart operation after his pacemaker wires were inserted too deeply. Max revealed in March the road to recovery had been "rough," but now gave fans a peek on some of his rehabilitation. The singer took to his Instagram stories to show how he achieved 10,000 steps per day while using an indoor walking pad. He posted a video of him walking on the small treadmill as the steps ticked over on the machine's LED display. "10k getting stronger everyday," Max captioned the post. Walking 10,000 steps per day can many health benefits such as, a reduced risk of developing dementia, cancer and heart and circulatory diseases, as well as having mental health benefits, according to the British Heart Foundation. Max made his return to work in March playing a tortured priest in Jeff Wayne's The War of the Worlds, which is touring the UK and Europe. He opened up to The Sun on Sunday as he was getting set to make his debut: "I was trying to get back to good health but was still having a flickering sensation for weeks after I had my pacemaker fitted and it was gradually getting worse and worse." Max was told the procedure could cause a dangerous bleed on his heart, saying: "The night before I was really nervous. I didn't sleep much." He had to postpone The Wanted 2.0's Manchester Cathedral concert in February. But he looked fighting fight as he played Parson Nathaniel in Jeff Wayne's version of HG Wells' classic book, The War of the Worlds. TERRIFIED popstar Max George has revealed he had to undergo a secret SECOND heart operation By Max's side was actress girlfriend Maisie Smith who delivered a surprise performance as the parson's wife, Beth. The award-winning EastEnders star, who played Tiffany Butcher on the BBC soap, met Max while they both competed on Strictly Come Dancing in 2020, but they didn't start dating until the live tour two years later. Max said in March: "Getting to do this with Maisie is an experience I'm sure I'll never forget. "The last few months have been rough, but after a lot of hard work and rehabilitation, I'm back to my best and will be performing for the whole tour." 5 Max said the support of his girlfriend, Maisie Smith, has been critical in his recovery Credit: Pixel8000
The Irish Sun
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Max George gives health update after ‘rough' time since major heart surgery
MAX George gave fans an insight on how he is bouncing back from major heart surgery. 5 Max George shared a major health update after undergoing heart surgery Credit: Instagram 5 The singer had two secret surgeries Credit: Not known, clear with picture desk 5 He showed himself walking on a treadmill as part of his rehab Credit: Instagram @maxgeorge He then recently revealed he had to undergo a secret second heart operation after his pacemaker wires were inserted too deeply. Max revealed in March the The singer took to his Instagram stories to show how he achieved 10,000 steps per day while using an indoor walking pad. He posted a video of him walking on the small treadmill as the steps ticked over on the machine's LED display. max george "10k getting stronger everyday," Max captioned the post. Walking 10,000 steps per day can many health benefits such as, a reduced risk of developing dementia , cancer and heart and circulatory diseases , as well as having mental health benefits, according to the British Heart Foundation . Max made his return to work in March playing a tortured priest in Jeff Wayne's , which is touring the UK and Europe. He opened up to The Sun on Sunday as he was getting set to make his debut: "I was trying to get back to good health but was still having a flickering sensation for weeks after I had my pacemaker fitted and it was gradually getting worse and worse." Most read in Showbiz Max was told the procedure could cause a dangerous bleed on his heart, saying: "The night before I was really nervous. I didn't sleep much." He had to postpone The Wanted 2.0's Manchester Cathedral concert in February. But he looked fighting fight as he played Parson Nathaniel in Jeff Wayne's version of HG Wells' classic book, The War of the Worlds. TERRIFIED popstar Max George has revealed he had to undergo a secret SECOND heart operation By Max's side was actress girlfriend Maisie Smith who delivered a surprise performance as the parson's wife, Beth. The award-winning EastEnders star, who played Tiffany Butcher on the BBC soap, met Max while they both competed on Strictly Come Dancing in 2020, but they didn't start dating until the live tour two years later. Max said in March: "Getting to do this with Maisie is an experience I'm sure I'll never forget. "The last few months have been rough, but after a lot of hard work and rehabilitation, I'm back to my best and will be performing for the whole tour." 5 Max said the support of his girlfriend, Maisie Smith, has been critical in his recovery Credit: Pixel8000 5 He returned to work in the stage production of The War of the Worlds Credit: instagram
Scottish Sun
16-05-2025
- Scottish Sun
UK's largest train station that once had direct routes to Europe and now has a huge new Wetherspoons
The trains ran to Paris, Lille and Belgium ON TRACK UK's largest train station that once had direct routes to Europe and now has a huge new Wetherspoons ONE of the UK's major train stations once had direct trains to Paris - only for them to be scrapped. London Waterloo first opened in 1848, making it one of the oldest in the city as well. Advertisement 4 Waterloo Station opened back in 1848 Credit: PA:Press Association 4 The first train to Europe from the UK was from London Waterloo Station Credit: AFP or licensors However, it was in the 1990s that it launched the first trains to Europe from the UK. Platforms 20 and 21 were demolished to make way for a new Eurostar terminus, which opened in 1994. This connected passengers from London Waterloo to Paris as well as Lille and Brussels. Sadly, this was scrapped in 2007 following the introduction of the new high speed from London St Pancras. Advertisement This has since seen the launch of more destinations such as Amsterdam and Rotterdam, although they are yet to return to Ashford International. Despite this, London Waterloo is undergoing a major renovation. Network Rail and the local Lambeth council has revealed the plans for the 177-year-old station, which will take a decade to complete. The improvements mean new entrances and improved access although the current 24 train platforms will remain. Advertisement The 100-year-old roof is also being repaired along with more places to eat and shop being added. The latest update includes the toilets which were recently upgraded. Reimagining Waterloo Station: London's Next Big Transformation Network Rail boss Lord Hendy told the Standard: 'As these things go, [the masterplan] is one of the best things I have ever seen. And this year, you can visit hidden parts of London Waterloo as part of Railway-200, a year-long celebration Advertisement Currently, the station is the third busiest in the UK with around 57million passengers a year. However it is the biggest station in the UK when it comes to floor space, as well as having the most platforms. 4 It is the largest train station when it comes to area Credit: Times Newspapers Ltd It is also home to the London Underground, after the Waterloo & City line in 1898. Advertisement This was followed by the Bakerloo line on 1906 followed by the Northern line on 1926, with the newest being the Jubilee line on 1999. Film fans will notice the train station from The Bourne Ultimatum or Sliding Doors, as well as The War of the Worlds. And for Wetherspoons fans, the pub recently opened inside the station. Here's everything you need to know about the new The Lion and Unicorn. Advertisement In the mean time, the UK's busiest train station us undergoing a multi-million pound makeover. And here's the historic train station bar that lets you have a free drink at 5:05pm every day.
