Tina Arena has shared an emotional update with fans, just a couple of months after she was forced to cancel her world tour due to ill health.

Taking to Instagram, Tina, 56, shared a video clip of herself decorating her Christmas tree with fairy lights, as she said: "Just wanted to wish everybody a very Merry Christmas. It's been an interesting year, lots going on.

"Health wasn't great, but it's getting much better, so I want to thank you all for your beautiful messages. I've read everything, tried to answer as much as I can possibly answer.

"I'm getting much better, but I hope all of you are doing well."

The singer continued: "It's tough with stuff that's going on in the world today, but I hope everyone finds some peace and joy this Christmas. I'm sending you lots and lots of lots of love. I'll see you next year."

Captioning the video, she added: "Dear all, just want to wish, each and every one of you, a very merry Christmas. Lots of love, health and peace. See you next year. Tina [black heart emoji."

Fans were quick to comment, with one writing: "Sending you all of my love beautiful one! You are so loved and I hope you take all the time you need to rest, nurture yourself and just be! xx."

"Wishing you the very best in your health Tina and may this festive season be full of hope , faith and love lots of love Peter and Nella xx," added another.

And a third penned: "I wish you a Merry Christmas ! We miss you, can't wait to see you next year! Wishing you the best Tina!"

It comes after Tina cancelled a number of shows this year, due to ill-health.

In an email to fans, she said: "I understand the disappointment you feel, because I feel it too.

"Performing live is one of my favourite things in the world – I love to see your smiling faces in the crowd as we spend precious moments together surrounded by love and the healing power of music.

"As much as I wanted to soldier on, I realised that the biggest gift I can give you all is to honour my body and prioritise my healing.

"So when I do return to the stage, I'll be bringing you the best of me. You deserve nothing less. I promise I'll be back!… Until we meet again"

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