Eric Clapton cancels shows after testing positive for COVID-19

vocally expressing his criticism of the coronavirus vaccine, Eric Clapton has contracted COVID-19.Announced via his Facebook page, Clapton’s team revealed he is “suffering from COVID,” testing positive “shortly after” playing at Royal Albert Hall. “He has been told by his medical advisors that if we were to resume traveling and performing too soon, it could substantially delay his full recovery,” the statement read.

The shows in Zurich and Milan on May 17 and 18 have been postponed, they announced, “after intensive internal discussion.”Clapton, 76, has stirred up some controversy since the pandemic began, refusing to play at music venues that require vaccines and donating to anti-vaccine bands.“It is very frustrating that having avoided COVID throughout lockdown and throughout the period when travel restrictions have been in place Eric should have succumbed to COVID at this point in time, but we very much hope he will be sufficiently recovered by the end of the week to be able to perform the remainder of the planned performances,” the statement continued.People in the comments section shared mixed reviews over the news, with some chastising that he should have been vaccinated further, while others sent well wishes.“Maybe he should have been vaccinated,” wrote one person who received 77 reactions.“I love Clapton’s blues.

Less enthusiastic about his anti-vax stance. Nevertheless, I hope he is well soon,” said another.“That’s frustrating for him especially suffering side effects from the shot too.

Poor Eric,” commented a fan.Clapton’s team promised further announcements regarding the rescheduled shows will be made, promising that they will be held within the next six months.“Eric is also anxious to avoid passing on any.