Angry Anderson Recovering In Hospital After Suffering Heart Attack

Rose Tattoo

Legendary Aussie rocker Gary “Angry” Anderson is currently in recovery after suffering a heart attack, it’s been revealed.

News of Anderson’s health issue was shared via the official social media page for his band, Rose Tattoo, who thanked fans for their messages of support.

“We would like to let everyone know that Angry suffered a cardiac arrest and is currently in hospital receiving treatment and the care he needs,” the post read.

At this time, we kindly ask that you please respect the privacy of Angry and his family as they focus on Angry, his treatment and his recovery. We appreciate everyone's understanding and ask that you continue to keep Angry and his family in your thoughts and prayers during the days ahead.

“We are incredibly grateful for the love and support that has already been shown,” the post added. “It is comforting to know just how many people are thinking of Angry and wishing him strength in his recovery.”

Earlier this month, it was announced that Rose Tattoo had been forced to cancel their appearance at this year’s Alcatraz Metal Festival on August 9th, along with the remainder of their European tour dates.

At the time, the only explanation provided was that Anderson had been hospitalised due to an unspecified “medical issue”.

“We are absolutely devastated that we cannot continue this tour and share these remaining shows with you,” a post announcing the news said at the time. “Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for all the love, messages and support you have already sent Angry and the band.”

Having first formed in Sydney in 1976, Rose Tattoo released five albums before disbanding in 1987, amassing a strong following both at home and abroad thanks to albums such as 1978's self-titled debut, 1981's Assault & Battery, and 1982's Scarred For Life, which peaked at #11 on the ARIA chart.

Last year, Anderson told 3AW’s Darren James and Lee Simon that 2026 would be the final year of Rose Tattoo – closing out the group alongside their 50th anniversary.

“Nearly 50 years later and we wrap it up next year, ‘26, for good,” Anderson said at the time.

“We will be 50 years old in ’26 on New Year’s Eve,” he continued. “I am proud to say, because I have survived all the original members – and a few along the way – we have achieved what we set out to achieve. At the end of the day, if you can say that, you are a lucky man.”

Indeed, Rose Tattoo’s final jaunt currently has dates scheduled to see them through to the end of the year, though it’s currently unclear how these shows may be affected by Anderson’s recent health issues.