Oasis guitarist diagnosed with cancer, forced to miss reunion tour dates

The 60-year-old rocker is stepping away from the band's global reunion tour to get treatment for prostate cancer.Arthurs shared the news in a candid Instagram post Friday, telling fans he was diagnosed earlier this year and is entering the next phase of treatment.

"The good news is I'm responding really well to treatment, which meant I could be part of this incredible tour," Arthurs wrote. "Now, I am having to take a planned break for the next phase of my care, so I'll be missing the gigs in Seoul, Tokyo, Melbourne and Sydney."

He admitted he's heartbroken to be away from the shows but promised fans this isn't the end of the road. 

"I'm really sad to be missing these shows," he continued. "I am feeling good and will be back ready to go in time for South America.

Oasis echoed his post on its own Instagram, resharing Arthurs' message and adding, "Wishing you all the best with your treatment @boneheadspage - we'll see you back on stage in South America."

Arthurs, a founding member of Oasis, rejoined the band for its highly anticipated reunion tour, which has sparked global fan excitement.

Fans flooded social media with messages of support and well-wishes for the guitarist.

"All the best buddy! Your contribution to the tour so far has been stellar," one fan wrote.

Another added, "FEEL BETTER BONEY WE LOVE U."

"Be well and be back, you're very important to us," read another comment on Instagram.

Arthurs has faced a health battle before.