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Paul Simon, 83, reveals major health update after 'chronic and intense pain'

Legendary singer Paul Simon offered a major health update on Thursday, just days after he canceled several concerts due to his condition.

'As previously reported, Paul Simon underwent a surgical procedure this week to alleviate severe back pain that he has been experiencing for some time,' the statement began. 'As previously reported, Paul Simon underwent a surgical procedure this week to alleviate severe back pain that he has been experiencing for some time,' the statement began. The tour has been hitting smaller, intimate venues including Austin's Bass Concert Hall, Denver's Paramount Theatre and New York City's Beacon Theater in mini-residencies.

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