Sir Rod Stewart has pulled out of a string of concerts in the US as he recovers from flu ahead of a headline show in the UK later this summer. Loading audio...

Sir Rod took to Instagram to announce that he was “devastated” to have to cancel or reschedule the six US shows, due to take place in the next eight days.

“I have to cancel and reschedule my next six concerts in June as I continue to recover from the flu,” he wrote.“So sorry my friends.

“I’m devastated and sincerely apologise for any inconvenience to my fans. I’ll be back on stage and will see you soon.”

He signed off “Sir Rod” along with the heartbreak emoji.

He also listed the four shows he was cancelling – in Las Vegas and Stateline, Nevada – as well as two he plans to reschedule – in California.

It comes as he prepares to

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