Peep Show’s Matt King ‘absolutely gutted’ as he’s forced to cancel tour after stroke that left him temporarily paralysed

PEEP Show’s Matt King has shared that he’s ‘absolutely gutted’ as he’s forced to cancel his tour after having a stroke that left him temporarily paralysed. Back in April, the actor, 58, who played Super Hans in the show, revealed that he had been rushed to hospital after suffering from the life-threatening medical condition. Peep Show’s Matt King ‘absolutely gutted’ as he’s forced to cancel tour after stroke that left him temporarily paralysed Credit: instagram/@thatmattkingfella The comedian shared an update with fans on Instagram on Wednesday Credit: instagram/@thatmattkingfella “A stroke is when blood stops flowing to a part of your brain. It can affect things like speech and movement, and take a long time to recover,” the NHS website states. The comedian shared an update a few weeks later, but today has taken to Instagram to share how he is feeling ahead of some work commitments. Sign up for the Showbiz newsletter Thank you! Matt told his followers: “To all my peeps. I’m absolutely gutted to be saying this but unfortunately, following my recent stroke, I’m not gonna be well enough to take part in the upcoming Super Hans book signing tour and FANE event. “I was massively looking forward to meeting you all and was really hoping to have recovered in time, but I have to be realistic and put my health first. He told fans that he has to “put his health first” Credit: Instagram The star apologised to fans for having to cancel his book signing tour Credit: Alamy “This also means the audiobook release is gonna come slightly later than planned and will now be on the 29th of October. “But yes, SUPER HANS is definitely narrating the audiobook and I’m having a f**king blast working with the old reprobate once again and we both just want to make sure it’s something we’re completely proud of. “The hardback and eBook are still out NEXT WEEK and I can’t wait for you all to read it. “You’ll be going on quite the trip, that I can tell you. Most read in Showbiz “I’m sorry again to all the fans. Believe me when I say, I’m disappointed as you. “Hopefully we can make it happen again soon. Thanks for all your love, well wishes and ongoing understanding. Matt.” Many rushed to the comments section to share their kind words with the star. One said: “Health comes first. Hope you are recouperating well and doing all the rehab things. Look forward to the book.” “All that matters is your health. Go gentle on yourself, everything else can wait,” another wrote. A third added: “Rest up king.” A fourth commented: “Wishing a speedy recovery, get well soon!” In May, Matt updated fans on X, writing: “Right now, recovering in hospital from a stupid stroke, I’ve ordered a Subway club from Uber Eats. “Seriously though, they should find a f*****g cure. Thanks for the ongoing love.” The comedian told his fans the news last month, alongside a picture of him lying in a hospital bed and a teddy next to him. Matt shared: “It’s true. I had a rare stroke of the spinal cord on Sunday. I was initially paralysed but was rushed to The Royal Sussex and the staff have been amazing. “Can walk again, a bit. My legs were jelly, man. “It didn’t feel f*****g brilliant. Thank you for all the love and kindness.” Comment now