Stevie Wonder has announced he will undergo a kidney transplant later this year.
The American chart-topper shared his health news with fans as he wrapped up his set at British Summer Time in London’s Hyde Park.
Telling the crowd he will perform a few more shows before he takes a break ahead of the procedure in September, the 69-year-old said: “I’m all good, I’m all good, all good, I have a donor and it’s all good.
“I want you to know, I came here to give you my love and thank you for your love.
“I love you and God bless you.”
The news was greeted by cheers of support from the crowd, who gave him a raucous applause as he was led off stage.
According to the NHS, kidney failure or end-stage chronic kidney disease is the most common reason for needing a kidney transplant.
Unlike many other types of organ donation, it is possible to donate a kidney while still alive as people only need one kidney to survive.
Although there is no upper age limit, very few places will perform a transplant on patients over the age of 70 unless they are very fit, according to Kidney Care UK.
Stevie’s appearance saw him perform classics including For Once in My Life and Signed, Sealed, Delivered, stopping repeatedly between tracks to thank fans for their support over the years.
His show, called The Song Party, was supported by Lionel Richie – who warmed up the crowd – on the Great Oak Stage on Saturday.
The rest of the concert series will see Barbra Streisand perform on Sunday, Florence + The Machine on July 13, and Robbie Williams on July 14.
