Justin Bieber gives Aussie fans renewed hope as he resumes Justice World Tour

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Justin Bieber gives Aussie fans renewed hope as he resumes Justice World Tour after recovering from Ramsay Hunt syndrome

  • Justin Bieber is set to return to Australia on his Justice World Tour after he postponed gigs when he was stricken with facial paralysis from Ramsay Hunt syndrome last month
  • The Peaches hitmaker was forced to push back a ‘few shows’ of his 130-date tour due to the facial neuropathy condition that causes hearing difficulty and paralysis
  • However, he’s now confirmed he’ll be returning to the stage with Australian dates scheduled for the end of the year 

Justin Bieber is to return to Australia on his Justice World Tour after he postponed gigs when he was stricken with facial paralysis from Ramsay Hunt syndrome last month.

The Peaches hitmaker was forced to push back a ‘few shows’ of his 130-date tour due to the facial neuropathy condition that causes hearing difficulty and paralysis.

However, he’s now confirmed he’ll be returning to the stage for Lucca Summer Festival in Lucca, Italy on July 31, before embarking on the European leg, with Australian dates scheduled for the end of the year.

Comeback: Justin Bieber, 28, is to return to Australia on his Justice World Tour after he postponed gigs when he was stricken with facial paralysis from Ramsay Hunt syndrome

The star is set to take to the stage at HBF Park in Perth on November 22 before travelling to Melbourne where he will perform at the Marvel Stadium on November 26.

He will entertain fans at Sydney Football Stadium on November 29 and 30, before performing in Brisbane on December 3.

While the European leg is due to wrap in Krakow, Poland on March 25, 2023, rescheduled US dates are yet to be announced. 

On hold: The Peaches hitmaker was forced to push back a 'few shows' of his 130-date tour due to the facial neuropathy condition that causes hearing difficulty and paralysis (pictured on tour in California in April)

On hold: The Peaches hitmaker was forced to push back a ‘few shows’ of his 130-date tour due to the facial neuropathy condition that causes hearing difficulty and paralysis (pictured on tour in California in April)

Last month, the 28-year-old pop superstar revealed how the condition had ravaged his expressions in an Instagram video – days after he axed the concerts due to what he called a non-COVID related illness.

He told his fans in a social media clip: ‘Hey everyone Justin here, I wanted to update you guys on what’s been going on.

‘Obviously as you can probably see with my face. I have this syndrome called Ramsay Hunt syndrome and it is from this virus that attacks the nerves in my ear and my facial nerves and has caused my face to have paralysis.

Scary: In a social media video, Justin showed the effects to his diagnosis as he showed how his eye wasn't blinking, he couldn't smile, and his nostril would not move on the right side

Aww: Justin could be seen smiling on the left side of his face

Scary: In a social media video, Justin showed the effects to his diagnosis as he showed how his eye wasn’t blinking, he couldn’t smile, and his nostril would not move on the right side

Troubles: Justin's right eye was unable to blink and the right side of his face did not move as he said: 'Hey everyone Justin here, I wanted to update you guys on what's been going on'

Troubles: Justin’s right eye was unable to blink and the right side of his face did not move as he said: ‘Hey everyone Justin here, I wanted to update you guys on what’s been going on’ 

‘Can’t believe I’m saying this. I’ve done everything to get better but my sickness is getting worse.

‘My heart breaks that I will have to postpone these next few shows (doctor’s orders.) To all my people I love you so much and I’m gonna rest and get better.’

Pointing to the left side of his face and showing he couldn’t blink or smile, he added: ‘So there is full paralysis on this side my face. So for those who are frustrated by my cancellations of the next shows, I’m just physically obviously not capable of doing them. This is pretty serious as you can see.

Health woes: Justin later updated posted a sad update on his Instagram Story as he wrote: 'Been getting progressively harder to eat which has been extremely frustrating, please pray for me [tearing up emoji]'

Health woes: Justin later updated posted a sad update on his Instagram Story as he wrote: ‘Been getting progressively harder to eat which has been extremely frustrating, please pray for me [tearing up emoji]’

The pop star wrote: 'Can't believe I'm saying this. I've done everything to get better but my sickness is getting worse. My heart breaks that I will have to postpone these next few shows (doctors orders). To all my people I love you so much and I'm gonna rest and get better'

The pop star wrote: ‘Can’t believe I’m saying this. I’ve done everything to get better but my sickness is getting worse. My heart breaks that I will have to postpone these next few shows (doctors orders). To all my people I love you so much and I’m gonna rest and get better’

‘I wish this wasn’t the case but obviously my body is telling me that I’ve got to slow down and I hope you guys understand.

‘I will be using this time to rest and relax and get back to 100 percent so that I can do what I was born to do.’

An insider recently told PEOPLE that Justin is being supported by his wife Hailey and he ‘can’t wait’ to eventually get back to work again. 

The source said: ‘Hailey has been so supportive of Justin… ‘ while another added: ‘They are a great team and will get through it together. Justin can’t wait to recover and continue working.’

WHAT IS RAMSAY HUNT SYNDROME? THE RARE COMPLICATION OF SHINGLES THAT LEADS TO FACIAL PARALYSIS

Ramsay Hunt syndrome is a complication of shingles, caused by the same virus as chickenpox (VZV), that can lead to facial paralysis.

The virus becomes reactivated after laying dormant for years and causes inflammation and irritation on the facial nerves. 

VZV is harmless unless it is reactivated and should this happen new symptoms will appear. 

The virus can be reactivated when the immune system is weakened, and less able to fight off infection. Stress is often a trigger. 

Ramsay Hunt syndrome is a complication of shingles that can lead to facial paralysis

Ramsay Hunt syndrome is a complication of shingles that can lead to facial paralysis

Figures suggest that five in every 100,000 adults in the US will develop RHS. It poses a similar threat in the UK, according to the NHS. 

Children are rarely affected by RHS, as the complication most often affects adults in their 60s. 

Treatment usually involves antiviral medication. Doctors recommend seeking help within three days of the start of symptoms.

What are the symptoms? 

  • Facial muscles droop
  • Difficulty closing the eye
  • Altered taste
  • Loss of facial expression
  • Difficulty eating, drinking and speaking

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