Leon Russell To Have Surgery Following Recent Heart Attack

Tulsa's own Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, Leon Russell will have surgery this week in Nashville.

According to the Oklahoma Historical Society, the 74-year-old legend had a heart attack last week.

Because of the surgery, the Grammy winner is also postponing all of his upcoming concerts through September 18th - including his September 16th concert in Oklahoma City.

His representatives say they are optimistic Russell will make a full recovery.