JON Bon Jovi has tested positive for coronavirus.
The Bon Jovi frontman - who is fully vaccinated - was forced to pull out of a planned performance in Miami Beach just hours before he was due to take to the stage after receiving his test result, although fortunately he is not showing many symptoms.
His spokesperson confirmed: "Jon is fully vaccinated and feeling fine.”
According to 7News, the crowd had already been admitted to Loews South Beach for the 'Runaway with JBJ' event - which was due to feature an acoustic storyteller performance, Q&A and photo-op with the 'Always' singer, as well as a Halloween costume welcome party - before they were informed Jon would be unable to perform.
The 59-year-old singer had been due to be backed by Kings of Suburbia but the group also opted not to perform out of "an abundance of caution".
His spokesperson said: "This was a Runaway concert which means it is a smaller more intimate type acoustic show for the top levels of his fan club, so he is backed by on these by a group of musicians called the Kings of Suburbia, not by Bon Jovi - and out of an abundance of caution they did not perform without Jon."
Last October, Jon branded the high death rate from COVID-19 and the wider impact of the pandemic in the US "criminal".
He said: "Those who lost their jobs or lost their health or lost their lives, they were affected in a dramatic way and we can't forget that.
"In America, we've lost 200,000 people and counting. It's criminal."
But he admitted he felt guidance for the public had been unclear and called on them to wear a mask because it is a simple but effective gesture.
He said: "'Wear a mask, don't wear a mask. Travel, don't travel. Total lockdown, don't lockdown' - to a point where, in our country, when they left it up to the 50 states to determine what mandates and what weren't, it's just too many cooks in the kitchen.
"And then it got to a place where we're politicising a mask. That's wrong. If a mask was going to stop the spread, if for nothing else than respect of your neighbour and your friend - you have a little piece of cloth on your nose, it's not a big deal, it's not a great sacrifice.
"It's not the sacrifice that your relations and mine made 60 years ago in a war, that was sacrifice. Wearing a mask is a fashion accessory. You know? I mean, it's not that hard."
Reuters
Mon Nov 01 2021
Jon Bon Jovi, who is fully vaccinated, was forced to pull out of a planned performance in Miami Beach just hours before he was due to take to the stage after receiving his test result. - REUTERS/Filepic
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.