The Wanted star Max George has revealed he is in hospital and faces a tough road to recovery over the Christmas period after doctors discovered heart issues

Singer Max George has revealed he is in hospital and could remain there over Christmas.

The Wanted star shared the devastating news on Instagram. The 36-year-old revealed he is having issues with his heart and told his followers how he had been feeling unwell yesterday so headed to hospital. There, he underwent tests before doctors made the scary discovery.

In the emotional upload, Max admitted he faces a difficult spell but knows he is in the best place. His lengthy message read: “Yesterday I felt really unwell and was taken in to hospital. Unfortunately after some tests they’ve found that I have some issues with my heart.

“I have a lot more tests to determine the extent of the problems and what surgery I will need to get me back on my feet. It’s gonna be a difficult few weeks / months… and Christmas in a hospital bed wasn’t exactly what I had planned! But, as always, I’m surrounded with love and support by my wonderful partner Maisie, her family, my family and friends.. and I’m 100% in the best place.”

The star added that while the discovery is a “huge shock” and “a set back”, it’s something he is willing to fight. “I count myself very lucky that this was caught when it was,” he confessed before telling fans they can expect regular updates. He ended by joking: “I’ve probably got a month in a bed and there’s not THAT much to do! Let’s do this!”

Max paired the post with an image of himself in a hospital bed wearing a hospital gown. Fans were quick to take to the comments section to share well wishes. Among them was Charlotte Hawkins, who wrote: “Oh my goodness hope all OK & you’re back on your feet soon xx.”

Former Love Island star Luca Bish also wrote: “Love ya bro,” while 90s star Janice Robinson said: “Praying for you,” alongside a love heart and praying hands emoji. Max’s girlfriend Maisie also showed some support for her ill boyfriend, simply adding: “Love you Max [love heart emoji].”

Max and partner Maisie ( 
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Max praised Maisie’s support ( 
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The Wanted 2.0 bandmate Siva Kaneswaran also wrote: “Here for you brother. Rest up and get well soon.” Two weeks ago, the duo revealed they would be performing their first headline gig in Manchester on February 27. It remains to be seen whether this will be affected.

Max’s health worries come two years after bandmate Tom Parker tragically died after a brain tumour battle. The singer was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumour while his wife Kelsey was pregnant with their second child. Following the news of Tom’s devastating passing, his bandmates have released a heartbreaking statement as they described the dad-of-two as their ‘brother’. Max also shared his hospital post on Twitter/X, telling his followers: “Life’s full of twists and turns… thanks for all your kind words of support.”

The Wanted Max George is currently in hospital and fears he will spend Christmas thereGlad You Came singer Max and partner Maisie Smith met while on Strictly Come Dancing in 2020. They currently live together in Manchester. The actress is best known for her role on EastEnders. The duo are expected to play a married couple in Jeff Wayne’s musical version of The War Of The Worlds, which will tour in 2025.

It remains to be seen whether this will still happen. In April, Max joked about their audition. He said: “It was a bit ropey in parts, but in the end, we got there and yeah, we’re buzzing! We can’t wait, it’s going to be so good!” He then added: “Honestly, we’re so buzzing for it!”

The duo are set to play the parts of Parson Nathaniel and Beth, who are a married couple on the show. They teased at the time that their characters are “against each other” as they have “different thoughts” on the aliens. After their GMB interview, the pair also took to Instagram to share the exciting news. Creating a shared post, which reveals the first date will kick off in March 2025 complete with a 3D hologram of Liam Neeson, they excitedly wrote: “CANNOT wait for this.”