U2 front man Bono has undergone emergency back surgery. The singer sustained an injury during rehearsals for the US leg of U2’s ‘360 Degree’ tour and was rushed to a hospital in Germany.
A spokesperson for the singer says, “Bono has today undergone emergency back surgery for an injury sustained during tour preparation training. Bono will spend the next few days there, before returning home to recuperate. once his condition has been assessed further, a statement will be made regarding the impact on forthcoming tour dates.”
U2 were due to kick off the North American leg of their tour on 3 June but the initial dates have now been postponed. It is unknown when Bono will be well enough to perform. Says U2’s manager Paul ocGuinness, “It’s unfortunate that we’re inconveniencing fans. We will make plans to reinstate these dates as soon as possible. “