Morrissey, who postponed a string of tour dates a few days ago, has now postponed the rest of his U.S. tour. He's returning to England to spend time with his ailing mother, and will reschedule the gigs.

From a statement released via fan site True to You:

All remaining dates on the current US Tour have been postponed - but not cancelled - as Morrissey has returned to England where his mother has been hospitalized and is unwell. Due to issues with his mother's health, Morrissey will need to remain by her side during this difficult period. Those who have already purchased tickets for all upcoming dates are highly encouraged to hold on to their tickets and look out for the rescheduled dates. The new dates will be announced shortly. Morrissey would like to thank everyone for their understanding and patience as the shows are being prepared for a swift reschedule.

Morrissey US tour:

10-23 Pittsburgh, PA - Heinz Hall

10-24 Columbus, OH - LC Indoor Pavilion

10-26 Flint, MI - James H Whiting Auditorium

10-27 Chicago, IL - The Chicago Theater

10-29 Minneapolis, MN - Orpheum Theatre

10-30 Clear Lake, IA - Surf Ballroom

11-01 Lincoln, NE - Rococo Theater

11-03 Denver, CO - Ellie Caulkins Opera House

11-04 Salt Lake City, UT - Kingsbury Hall at University of Utah

11-08 Seattle, WA - Moore Theater

11-10 Bellingham, WA - Mount Baker Theater

11-11 Portland, OR - Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall

11-14 Davis, CA - Robert Mondavi Center at UC Davis

11-16 San Francisco, CA - Davies Symphony Hall

11-17 Reno, NV - John Ascuaga's Nugget, Rose Ballroom

11-21 Tempe, AZ - Marquee Theater

11-23 Las Vegas, NV - The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas at the Chelsea Ballroom

11-24 Los Angeles, CA - Staples Center

11-27 El Paso, TX - Tricky Falls

11-28 Wichita Falls, TX - Kay Yeager Coliseum

11-30 Pharr, TX - Pharr Events Center

12-01 Beaumount, TX - Jefferson Theater

12-03 Atlanta, GA - Cobb Energy Performing Arts Center

12-05 Asheville, NC - The Orange Peel

12-07 North Bethesda, MD - The Music Center at Strathmore

12-08 Atlantic City, NJ - House of Blues at Showboat Atlantic City

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