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George Jones Health Update: Legend Ready to Return to Stage

Jay West, WireImage

George Jones is ready to get back on stage! His wife, Nancy, reports that the 80-year-old country legend, who suffered an upper respiratory infection that required two hospitalizations and time off the road to recuperate, is feeling better and anxious to resume touring.

"George saw his doctor today [Thursday, June 21] and the doctor said it was time to hit the road and start singing to his fans," she shared on her Facebook page (quote via Country Weekly). "So, Possum will be seeing you all soon. He is so excited. Once again, we want to thank everyone for your prayers and love shown to us."

His supportive spouse adds that the "He Stopped Loving Her Today" singer hasn't lost his sense of humor. "He said to tell everyone, 'he don't need no rockin' chair,'" she notes, eluding to his Top 40 tune, "I Don't Need Your Rockin' Chair."

The Country Music Hall of Fame member was forced to cancel all of his concerts in May and June, under doctor's orders. While he is anxious to get back to work, George does plan on living a simpler life, which includes selling his 9,700-square foot home that sits on 78 acres in Franklin, Tenn.

The legendary singer's website posts his next scheduled concert on July 19 in Trumansburg, N.Y. See a complete list of his show dates here.

Watch George Jones' 'Choices' Video


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John Carlis

I saw George in 2006 at the Durham, CT. fair and I've been a really big fan of his since I was a child. Like your big hit song asks "Who's Gonna Fill Their Shoes"? I can honestly say that no one will ever fill George Jonese's shoes EVER!! Like Charley Pride and many others, he is one in a million when it comes to singing Country Music. Todays so called "Country" could not and will not hold a candle to George's singing style. I wish you did not have to retire, we need you out there to show these youngsters how it's done.

John Carlis - North Haven, CT.

September 08 2012 at 11:47 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
tony.dance

He is my Idol.There will NEVER be another George Jones!!!!! EVER!!!!!
http://www.singsnap.com/karaoke/r/b89b92168

August 30 2012 at 9:44 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Pat Lounsbury

just counting the days to go to GJ concert!!!!!!

July 05 2012 at 12:32 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Shirley Pellerin

Hi George I'm Shirley( RAY SMITH"S) sister he would love to see you and Nancy again. If this is possible please contact me through email. Thanks I will always love your music. I will pray for you. smpell62@yahoo.com

June 29 2012 at 4:02 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Chief

Great to hear you are better and will be back on the road. We will be seeing you at The Alabama Theatre in Myrtle Beach.

June 29 2012 at 1:31 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Chris

Growin' older, I'm learnin' how fragile life can be. I never cared much for the music of my folks, I thought I'd be a rock & roll child of the 70's my whole life. Well, how wrong I was. "Choices" is a heart-felt tune in the genre of those great songs that my Mom & Dad loved while I was busy making a few wrong choices along the way. So glad you're back. In good health & spirits, always C.C.

June 28 2012 at 7:37 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
dbesperat

I am so glad to hear your feeling better. I hope you come to Branson Mo. soon Take care of yourself. You are my favorite country music singer . Glad you are back.

June 26 2012 at 5:55 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Bob& Judy

Welcome Back George I am glad you are well and may God be with always......You've been one of my best Country singers for a long time love your music and you're right you don't need no rockin chair......Love the music prayers for you always.

June 26 2012 at 6:03 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
NANCY & OTTO

What a relief - George is back, again!!!

June 26 2012 at 5:51 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Elizabeth

Glad to see him back!

June 26 2012 at 5:46 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply

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