Pop superstar Madonna has postponed the start of her upcoming tour after being hospitalised in intensive care for a serious bacterial infection, her manager says.
The Vogue singer is expected to make a full recovery, manager Guy Oseary said in a statement on Instagram on Wednesday.
Madonna, 64, developed the infection last Saturday and it led to a several-day stay in intensive care, Oseary said.
Madonna's world tour has been postponed. Photo: Getty Images
"At this time, we need to pause all commitments, which includes the tour," Oseary added.
Madonna had been scheduled to start a worldwide tour on July 15 in Vancouver, wrapping up in Amsterdam in December.
The seven-time Grammy winner is known for hits including Like A Virgin and Material Girl over a four-decade career.
