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Madonna joins boyfriend Josh Popper at boxing match after teasing Celebration tour update

"Soon, very soon, I’ll be traveling to you"

By Jamie Tabberer

Madonna [right] with son David Banda [left] and boyfriend Josh Popper [right] (Image: Instagram/@_joshpopper)
Madonna [right] with son David Banda [left] and boyfriend Josh Popper [right] (Image: Instagram/@_joshpopper)

Madonna looks to be fully recovered from her hospitalisation earlier this year as she joined her boyfriend Josh Popper at a recent boxing match in New York.

The ‘Ray of Light’ singer is rumoured to have been dating the 29-year-old boxing coach since March 2023.

Sharing pictures of himself with Madge and what appears to be her son David Banda to his Instagram yesterday, Josh – who reportedly won his match – seemingly referred to the pair as ‘family’, saying: “Thank you to my coach, family, and team for standing by me.”

Meanwhile, over on her own Instagram, pop icon Madonna is back to her selfie-sharing best, channeling gothic ‘Frozen’ vibes in a black corset and veil for a new series of shots.

“All dressed up and nowhere to go,” the ‘Material Girl’ singer said in a caption. “But soon, very soon, I’ll be traveling to you.”

Madonna’s health issues were confirmed on social media by her manager Guy Oseary in June.

“On Saturday, June 24, Madonna developed a serious bacterial infection, which led to a several-day stay in the ICU,” he said in a statement. “Her health is improving, however she is still under medical care. A full recovery is expected.”

By 29 June, a source told E! News that the pop icon was “home and feeling better.”

“The re-routed tour schedule will be coming in the next few days” – Madonna

The 65-year-old meanwhile recently issued a tour update Twitter. “Thank you again for your incredible support and patience over these past few weeks!” she wrote on 4 August.

“I’m happy to report that the re-routed tour schedule will be coming in the next few days! See you soon for a well-deserved celebration!”

Not to rush you, but we’re still waiting, M…