MEGADETH drummer Shawn Drover has issued the following update:

"Just wanted to say that I wish RONNIE JAMES DIO a super speedy recovery. Ronnie is my all-time favorite singer and one of the nicest people I have ever had the pleasure of meeting and touring with. Get well soon."

Classic Rock recently reported that DIO have cancelled their entire UK tour, which was scheduled to launch in Glasgow, Scotland on November 21st.

In an update, "According to Ronnie James Dio’s wife and manager, Wendy, the singer has been hospitalized. She did not go into details. However, the dates are not being rescheduled, and ticket holders should return to the point of purchase and get refunds."

Stay tuned for further updates on Ronnie's condition.