Tom Jones

“And then they had to get the paramedics in, and I was like, ‘I can’t breathe,’”

Tom Jones · said 2026-11-04 · reported 2026-11-06

Jones described being rushed to UCLA Medical Center after coming down with pneumonia he initially thought was the flu.

“This is where I belong. I can't live without it, believe me. This is true.”

Tom Jones · said 2026-11-04 · reported 2026-11-06

Jones recalled telling doctors he had to get back on the stage after being discharged from the hospital.

“Following doctor's advice, I unfortunately have to reschedule tonight's show in Los Angeles and tomorrow's show in San Diego.”

Tom Jones · said date not stated · reported 2026-11-06

Jones wrote online last month that he had to reschedule shows in Los Angeles and San Diego following doctor's advice.

“I've had a great time these last few weeks, completing 20 shows and singing for wonderful audiences across the USA, but unexpectedly I've been hit with a bad case of the flu,”

Tom Jones · said date not stated · reported 2026-11-06

Jones wrote online last month about completing 20 shows before being hit with a bad case of the flu.

“This song really changed my life,”

Tom Jones · said 2026-11-04 · reported 2026-11-06

Jones reflected on his first stint at the Greek in 1969, just before 'It's Not Unusual' became his first No. 1 hit.

“I thought this was it. You had a wonderful life, Tommy, but it’s over right now,”

Tom Jones · said 2026-11-04 · reported 2026-11-06

Jones recalled the trauma from his illness while appearing on stage at the Greek Theater in Los Angeles.

“I have to get back on the stage,”

Tom Jones · said 2026-11-04 · reported 2026-11-06

Jones recalled what he told doctors after being discharged from a week-long hospital stay.

“I'm truly sorry for any inconvenience caused. I look forward to seeing you all soon.”

Tom Jones · said date not stated · reported 2026-11-06

Jones apologized online for any inconvenience caused by rescheduling shows due to illness.