Westlife's Mark Feehily has revealed he is due to undergo surgery and won't be part of the band's tour this summer.
The 42-year-old took to the band's social media account on Monday to issue a statement to fans informing them that he has to undergo 'a little bit of surgery' this week.
He told fans it wasn't anything to worry about but added that doctors have told him he needs to have it done 'sooner rather than later'.