Singer and songwriter Lewis Capaldi has announced he will be "taking a break" from touring following his set at Glastonbury during the weekend.
The Scottish star, who has Tourette’s Syndrome, apologised to festival-goers who attended his massive show on Saturday as he began to lose his voice while performing on the Pyramid Stage.
Lewis, who had long-dreamed of playing the iconic festival, struggled to get through some of his show and throughout the gig had several involuntary movements of his arms and head as his voice faltered a small bit.
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However, in what was a very heartwarming moment, the Glastonbury crowd came to his aid singing along during moments when Capaldi was unable to continue.
In a long statement on his social media channels, the award-winning Wish You The Best singer thanked his fans for their support and added that it comes as no "surprise" that he will be "taking a break from touring for the foreseeable future."
He wrote: "Hello everyone. First of all, thank you to Glastonbury for having me, for singing along when I needed it and for all the amazing messages afterwards. It really does mean the world.
"The fact that this probably won't come as a surprise doesn't make it any easier to write, but I'm very sorry to let you know I'm going to be taking a break from touring for the foreseeable future.
"I used to be able to enjoy every second of shows like this and I'd hoped three weeks away would sort me out.
"But the truth is I'm still learning to adjust to the impact of my Tourette's and on Saturday it became obvious that I need to spend much more time getting my mental and physical health in order, so I can keep doing everything I love for a long time to come.
"I know I'm incredibly fortunate to be able to take some time out when others can't and I'd like to thank my amazing family, friends, team, medical professionals and all of you who've been so supportive every step of the way through the good times and even more so during this past year when I've needed it more than ever.
"I'm so incredibly sorry to everyone who had planned to come to a show before the end of the year but I need to feel well to perform at the standard you all deserve.
"Playing for you every night is all I've ever dreamed of so this has been the most difficult decision of my life. I'll be back as soon as I possibly can. All my love, always, Lewis x."
While Lewis' announcement didn't include a timeline for his return to the stage, many Irish fans are anticipating that it means that the 26-year-old will not be fulfilling his scheduled appearance at Electric Picnic in September.
