Elton John Is "Massively Disappointed" That He Has To Reschedule Shows After Testing Positive For COVID

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Elton John has tested positive for COVID — but he's doing just fine!

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The musician revealed that he recently contracted the virus while in the midst of a string of tour dates in the US.

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Unfortunately, it means that Elton will have to postpone several of his upcoming shows, including two dates in Dallas.

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"Hi everyone, wanted to send a message to let you know that I have contracted COVID and so have had to reschedule my shows in Dallas," Elton wrote on Instagram stories.

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He continued, "It's always a massive disappointment to move shows and I'm so sorry to anyone who's been inconvenienced by this but I want to keep myself and my team safe."

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Elton noted that despite the diagnosis, he is feeling fine thanks to his vaccine and booster shots.

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"Fortunately, I'm fully vaccinated and boosted and my symptoms are mild so I'm fully expecting to be able to make the Arkansas shows this weekend," he shared.

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Elton added, "As always, thank you for all your love and support and I can't wait to see you all soon!"

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Here's to hoping Elton is feeling 100% soon!