Zayn Malik cancels ‘Tonight Show’ appearance to seek treatment with top heart specialist

Zayn Malik has dropped out of his forthcoming appearance on “The Tonight Show” to reportedly seek treatment from the “No. 1 cardiologist in the world.” The One Direction alum, who was…

Zayn Malik has dropped out of his forthcoming appearance on “The Tonight Show” to reportedly seek treatment from the “No. 1 cardiologist in the world.”

The One Direction alum, who was recently hospitalized, was scheduled to appear on Jimmy Fallon’s late-night show on Tuesday, but “isn’t able to due to doctor’s recommendations,” an insider told People.

“He’s still working through his health issues,” the source added.

Zayn Malik in a hospital bed with an IV drip and a blood pressure cuff.
Zayn Malik (pictured above) dropped out of his scheduled “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” appearance this week after he was hospitalized last Friday. inzayn/Instagram
Zayn Malik in a blue cardigan and striped t-shirt walking in New York City.
The One Direction alum (snapped above in NYC last month) was supposed to appear on Jimmy Fallon’s show on Tuesday, but “isn’t able to due to doctor’s recommendations,” a source told People Monday. Santi Ramales / BACKGRID

A rep for Malik did not immediately respond to Page Six’s request for comment.

The “Pillowtalk” crooner, 33, was supposed to promote his fifth studio album, “Konnakol,” on Fallon’s show, but unexpectedly landed in the hospital last Friday.

“To my fans — Thank you to all of you for your love & support now & always — been a long week and am still unexpectedly recovering,” he wrote via his Instagram Stories at the time, sharing a photo of himself in a hospital bed.

Zayn Malik performs onstage during the ZAYN: Stairway To The Sky Tour.
“He’s still working through his health issues,” the insider added. Seen here: Malik in January 2025. Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for Zayn
Zayn Malik arriving at a New York City hotel wearing a brown sweater, black trousers, and a white cap.
On Friday, Malik (seen above in March) revealed he had been hospitalized. ASPN / BACKGRID

“Heartbroken that I can’t see you all this week, I wouldn’t be in the place I am today without you guys and am so thankful for your understanding,” he added.

Malik graciously thanked the hospital staff, including nurses and cardiologists, who helped him.

“You are all legends,” he concluded. “Big big love xx z.”

Singer-songwriter Zayn poses backstage at The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.
“To my fans — Thank you to all of you for your love & support now & always — been a long week and am still unexpectedly recovering,” he wrote on his Instagram Stories. Seen here: Malik in 2024. Todd Owyoung/NBC via Getty Images
Zayn Malik at the Off-White RTW Spring 2025 show.
“Heartbroken that I can’t see you all this week, I wouldn’t be in the place I am today without you guys and am so thankful for your understanding,” Malik (seen here in September 2024) added. WWD via Getty Images

Malik’s condition is currently unclear, as he did not elaborate on the details of his recent hospitalization.

Additionally, the “Night Changes” emcee was scheduled to appear at the Rough Trade Below store in New York City on Monday.

He’s also supposed to kick off his highly anticipated tour, beginning May at the AO Arena in Manchester, United Kingdom, and scheduled to wrap Nov. 20 in Miami.

Zayn Malik, tattooed and wearing a purple shirt, smiles while speaking into a microphone.
The “Night Changes” crooner (seen here in May 2024) didn’t specify his condition. Getty Images
Zayn Malik in a brown jacket and Louis Tomlinson in a red shirt posing outdoors at Heathrow Airport.
Malik (seen here in 2015) recently released another album. Xposure / AKM-GSI

Malik, who shares daughter Khai, 5, with ex Gigi Hadid, has been promoting his music and tour via social media.

The hitmaker last hit the road for his “Stairway to the Sky Tour” from November 2024 to March 2025.

While touring, his One Direction bandmate Liam Payne tragically died. He briefly paused his tourbefore later returning to the stage and honoring his pal.

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