Sir Tom Jones has been forced to change two California concert dates after an unexpected illness disrupted his touring schedule. The legendary Welsh singer was due to perform in Los Angeles and San Diego on consecutive nights, but a last-minute announcement has left fans needing to adjust their plans.

The decision came after Jones completed a demanding run of performances across the United States. While both concerts have been postponed rather than cancelled outright, the timing of the announcement and the singer’s explanation have put the focus on his health, the replacement dates and what ticket holders should do next.

Why Has Sir Tom Jones Postponed His California Concerts?

Sir Tom Jones announced on October 26, 2026, that he would not be able to perform at two scheduled California concerts after developing “a bad case of the flu.” The 86-year-old singer said the decision was made following medical advice.

The postponements affect performances planned for the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles on October 26 and The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park in San Diego on October 27. Both concerts form part of his ongoing Come Gather Round world tour.

In a statement shared with fans, Jones explained that he had recently completed an extensive series of American performances before unexpectedly becoming unwell.

“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.”

Rather than continuing with the two remaining dates while ill, the singer said he was following his doctor’s recommendation.

He explained that the postponements were being made “following doctor’s advice”, making clear that his decision was based on medical guidance.

Jones also acknowledged the inconvenience caused to concertgoers who had already made plans to attend the shows.

“I’m truly sorry for any inconvenience caused. I look forward to seeing you all soon,” he wrote.

The announcement arrived on October 26, the same day Jones had been scheduled to perform at the Greek Theatre. As a result, Los Angeles fans were informed of the change only hours before the concert was due to take place.

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Tom Jones’ New Concert Dates for Los Angeles and San Diego

Although the news disappointed fans expecting to see Jones perform in October, neither concert has been cancelled outright. Both venues have listed replacement dates in November 2026.

The revised schedule is as follows:

Concert location	Original date	New date	Venue
San Diego, California	October 27, 2026	Tuesday, November 3, 2026	The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park
Los Angeles, California	October 26, 2026	Wednesday, November 4, 2026	Greek Theatre

The Rady Shell’s official concert listing confirms that the San Diego performance was rescheduled because of illness. The venue also states that tickets purchased for the original October 27 date remain valid for the replacement performance.

The Greek Theatre’s concert listing similarly shows Jones’ Los Angeles appearance on Wednesday, November 4, 2026.

For fans, the key point is that the concerts remain scheduled to take place, with the dates moved to accommodate the singer’s illness.

Can You Get a Refund for the Postponed Tom Jones Concerts?

Ticket holders who cannot attend the replacement dates have been directed to contact their original point of purchase for a full refund.

This means fans do not need to treat the announcement as a cancellation of either performance. Instead, they have two options: keep their existing tickets for the new date or contact the original seller if the revised schedule no longer works for them.

The available venue information confirms that tickets for the original San Diego date remain valid. The guidance for fans unable to attend the replacement dates is to seek a refund through their original ticket provider.

Concertgoers should check the official listings and their ticket-purchase details for the applicable arrangements.

The Flu Illness Comes After 20 US Performances

The two postponed shows are part of Jones’ Come Gather Round world tour, which has included performances across the United Kingdom, Europe and North America.

In his announcement, the singer specifically referred to completing 20 shows across the United States before falling ill. His statement suggests that the latest disruption followed a substantial run of live performances, although no further details about the severity or expected duration of his flu illness were provided in the supplied information.

The immediate impact announced so far is limited to the two California concerts.

There has been no announcement that the wider Come Gather Round tour has been cancelled because of his illness. The official venue listings continue to show both replacement performances as scheduled.

For now, the next confirmed dates for the affected concerts are November 3 in San Diego and November 4 in Los Angeles.

Tom Jones Has Faced Other Illness-Related Touring Changes

The latest postponements are not the first time Jones has had to adjust his performance schedule because of health concerns.

In July 2025, he postponed a concert in Bremen, Germany, after developing an upper respiratory infection. That performance was subsequently rescheduled.

Earlier, in July 2022, a concert in Budapest was postponed after Jones was diagnosed with viral laryngitis.

His touring schedule was also affected in 2018, when several performances were cancelled after he was hospitalised with a serious bacterial infection. In 2017, he postponed touring plans while undergoing hip replacement surgery.

These earlier events provide context for the latest announcement, particularly the decision to follow medical advice rather than perform while unwell. However, there is no indication that Jones’ current flu illness is connected to any of his previous health issues.

The singer has not announced any further cancellations related to the current illness beyond the two California dates covered by his statement.

Tom Jones’ Recent Departure From The Voice UK Explained

The concert news comes shortly after another significant development in Jones’ career: his departure from the full-time coaching panel of The Voice UK.

In September 2026, Jones said ITV had decided to remove him from the coaching panel, despite his desire to continue working on the programme.

Addressing reports about his future on the show, he said:

“To be clear, I did not want to leave The Voice as I love the show and really appreciate the audience. ITV made this decision – obviously a while ago, and I was told just recently.”

Jones said the reason communicated to him involved “a financial difficulty with insurance” and claimed that ITV had also described the changes as an effort to refresh the programme.

He further stated that he had been offered a reduced role that would allow him to appear on the show without being involved from the beginning.

ITV subsequently addressed his departure through a spokesperson, who said:

“We have loved working with Sir Tom Jones over the past nine years on The Voice UK.”

The spokesperson added that Jones “will no longer be a full-time coach on series 15,” while confirming that ITV and Jones’ team were still discussing his possible involvement in the next series.

The distinction matters because Jones’ claim that he had been fired, his account of the circumstances and the broadcaster’s confirmation about his full-time coaching role are separate parts of the story. ITV did not describe the announcement as a cancellation of every possible future involvement with the singer.

The Voice UK Series 15 Gets a New Coaching Lineup

ITV has since announced a substantially revised coaching and presenting lineup for the 15th series of The Voice UK.

The broadcaster confirmed that Aitch and Cheryl will join the coaching panel alongside returning coaches Kelly Rowland and will.i.am.

Alesha Dixon and Stacey Solomon have been announced as the new presenters.

ITV also thanked Jones for his contribution to the programme, describing him as “irreplaceable” and recognising the years he spent on the show. The broadcaster also thanked Emma Willis, Tom Fletcher and Danny Jones for their contributions.

Series 15 is scheduled to broadcast in 2027.

Jones has been associated with The Voice UK since its launch in 2012, although his participation has not been continuous. During his time on the programme, he coached several successful contestants, including Leanne Mitchell, Ruti Olajugbagbe and Anthonia Edwards, who won their respective series under his mentorship.

His departure from the full-time coaching panel marks a change in his television career, even as he continues to perform live.

Sir Tom Jones’ Career Spans More Than Six Decades

Born in Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taf, Jones rose to international prominence during the 1960s with songs including “It’s Not Unusual” and “What’s New Pussycat?”

His catalogue later expanded to include other well-known recordings, such as “Delilah” and “She’s a Lady.” Across more than six decades, he has achieved major chart success in the United Kingdom and internationally.

According to the biographical information cited in coverage of his career, Jones has achieved three UK number-one singles and four UK number-one albums.

His honours include a Grammy Award, two Brit Awards and an Ivor Novello Award. In 2006, he was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II for services to music.

Despite the recent change to his television role, Jones has continued to maintain a substantial live-performance schedule. His Come Gather Round tour remains an important part of his current work, with the latest announcement affecting two specific California concerts rather than signalling an announced end to the wider tour.

What Happens Next for Tom Jones’ Postponed Concerts?

For fans planning to attend the California shows, the immediate arrangements are clear. The San Diego concert at The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park has moved to Tuesday, November 3, 2026, while the Los Angeles performance at the Greek Theatre is now scheduled for Wednesday, November 4.

Existing tickets remain valid for the rescheduled performances, and fans who cannot attend should contact their original point of purchase for a full refund.

Jones has not announced any further cancellation of these replacement dates, and both official venue listings continue to show the concerts as scheduled.

His statement confirms that the changes were made on medical advice, with the singer apologising to affected fans and expressing his intention to return to the stage.

Conclusion

Sir Tom Jones’ flu illness has forced two changes to his California tour schedule, moving his San Diego and Los Angeles concerts to November 3 and November 4, 2026, respectively. While the last-minute announcement has disrupted fans’ plans, both performances remain scheduled rather than cancelled, and eligible ticket holders can seek refunds through their original sellers if they cannot attend.

For now, the focus remains on Jones’ recovery and his return to the stage. No wider cancellation of the Come Gather Round tour has been announced, and the replacement dates remain listed by the venues.

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Source and Research Disclaimer

This article has been prepared using the source material and official venue information listed below, alongside the reporting provided in the reviewed sources. It reflects the information available in those materials and distinguishes reported statements from official venue announcements where applicable. Concert schedules, artist statements and other details may change following further updates. This disclaimer does not imply independent verification beyond the information supported by the sources reviewed.

Sources

• The Rady Shell: Official Tom Jones Concert Listing
• Nederlander Concerts: Official Tom Jones Listing for the Greek Theatre
• ITV Press Centre: The Voice UK Series 15 Lineup
• RTÉ: Tom Jones’ Statement About His Departure From The Voice UK
• NBC Los Angeles: Tom Jones Postpones Los Angeles Show at the Greek Theatre
• The Independent: Tom Jones Postpones US Concerts After Flu Illness
• People: Tom Jones Postpones Los Angeles and San Diego Shows

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