Max George, the 37-year-old singer from The Wanted, disclosed his recent hospitalization due to a complication following his significant heart surgery for a heart block in late 2024. Following the heart surgery, he received a pacemaker and later underwent a second procedure to address a misplaced wire. Providing updates to his followers, Max shared on Instagram Stories that he needed a scan and posted a video of himself waiting for an x-ray in the hospital, mentioning it was another medical check-up.
Expressing his feelings, Max mentioned being back at the hospital where he had his heart surgeries, acknowledging it wasn’t a comforting experience. He shared that a scan was conducted on his chest due to a reported lung issue, reassuring his followers that it was likely a precautionary measure. Describing the situation as a visit to his “old second home,” Max ended the update with a positive note, giving a thumbs up and wishing his followers a good weekend.
In a previous health update last November, Max was rushed to the hospital before a scheduled tour due to an arrhythmia issue with his heart rhythms. He mentioned the initial shock of the situation and the adjustments he had to make post-surgery, highlighting the need for caution with activities like exercise to protect his pacemaker.
Reflecting on the unexpected health challenges, Max described the whole experience as “crazy,” emphasizing the sudden nature of his health issues and the rapid need for medical intervention.