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Afrobeats sensation Ayra Starr has disclosed that she recently underwent major surgery, assuring fans that she is recovering and will return soon despite experiencing a more complicated healing process than initially expected.
The singer, whose real name is Sarah Aderibigbe, made the announcement in a post shared on her Instagram Story on Thursday, apologising for her recent absence from social media.
According to the award-winning artiste, she had hoped for a quick recovery after the procedure, but doctors encountered unexpected complications, making it necessary for her to take additional time to rest.
She reassured her fans, popularly known as "Mobstarrs," that she remains optimistic and is looking forward to returning stronger in the coming weeks.
Ayra Starr also used the opportunity to promote her forthcoming project, Starrgirl, urging fans to spread the word and pre-order the release ahead of its official launch.
In another Instagram update, the singer announced that she had personally signed copies of her first vinyl records and CD inserts, encouraging supporters to purchase the limited editions through her official online store.
The announcement comes amid growing excitement over Ayra Starr's expanding career beyond music.
She recently made her acting debut in the trailer for the Hollywood fantasy film Children of Blood and Bone, where she stars alongside acclaimed actors including Viola Davis, Idris Elba, Cynthia Erivo, Richard Mofe-Damijo and Damson Idris.
Fans have since flooded social media with messages of support, wishing the Afrobeats star a speedy recovery while anticipating both her return to music and her Hollywood debut.
