Bret Michaels thanks fans, says he plans to continue tour, starting Friday in Mississippi

Bret Michaels says he’s going back on the road

NEW YORK — Bret Michaels is upbeat, despite his recent illnesses.

In a message on his website, the 47-year-old rocker says: “With all of my heart, soul and the remaining organs I have left … I would like to thank each and every one of you for all of your support and awesomeness. All the good vibes and well wishes gave me the strength to go back to New York and win ‘Celebrity Apprentice.’”

The Poison frontman suffered a brain hemorrhage in April and was hospitalized recently after what doctors called a warning stroke. He faces surgery for a hole in his heart.

Michael says he isn’t 100 percent but plans to continue his tour, starting Friday in Biloxi, Miss.

He tells fans that seeing their “rockin’ rollin’, smiling faces … is the best medicine I can think of.”

Online:

www.bretmichaels.com/