Max George has been spotted in public for the first time since leaving hospital following a health scare. The Wanted singer was admitted over the festive season, when an irregular heartbeat was detected.
The 36-year-old later under went a two-and-a-half hour procedure to have a pacemaker fitted. The former Strictly Come Dancing contestant has previously shown off his surgery scar, which lies just beneath a tattoo marking the birth date of his bandmate Tom Parker, who passed away in March 2022.
The operation took place just a few days before Christmas, and said the pacemaker was “the best Christmas present” he could have wished for. Max said the the NHS surgeons and nurses had been “incredible”, adding: “I owe everything to them.”
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The Mirror reports that Max was all smiles as he enjoyed a walk with his mum Barbara and his beloved dog Albert in Salford. Pictures obtained by the publication show him wrapped up warm in a camouflage print Dryrobe and a black New York Yankees beanie hat.
Since leaving hospital, the All Time Low singer has been giving fans regular updates about his recovery journey. Taking to social media on New Year’s Day, he said: “2024.. Certainly a year I won’t forget! So lucky to have the life that I have. I can’t wait for the next chapter, no matter what challenges lie ahead. I wish everyone an amazing night tonight.. and that 2025 brings you good health and the best year!”
However Max, who is in a relationship with former EastEnders star Maisie Smith, has faced a further health hurdle since he was released from hospital. He took to Instagram to seek advice about pacemakers ahead of a hospital visit and said: “Just a little update and… well, actually, a question for those of you that have been in touch that have a pacemaker done.
“I’m in the hospital tomorrow for another check-up because I’ve been getting this like flicking feeling in the left hand side of my chest. I’m actually getting it now. And I was wondering if you guys maybe knew what that might be or you’ve experienced it yourself, cause the doctors aren’t too sure.”
He went on to say: “So hopefully it will be… y’know maybe it’s touching a nerve and it will go away in time, or they may have to move the wires slightly but I’m all ears because all I’m doing at the moment is y’know doing research and stuff cause I know nothing about pacemakers. This came completely out of the blue. So any information that I can get would be much appreciated.”