Comedian John Bishop has canceled the U.S. and Canadian legs of his tour after a recent motorbike accident left him unable to travel by air. The 59-year-old comedian revealed he broke his ankle and now needs to wear a large boot to aid his recovery. Bishop shared on X (formerly Twitter) that he must wear the boot for six weeks, which prevents him from taking long-haul flights. As a result, he had to cancel shows scheduled for October in cities like New York, Boston, Vancouver, Ottawa, Montreal, and Toronto. He expressed regret for the cancellations, explaining that they were necessary due to his current physical condition. The accident occurred earlier this month when Bishop fell off his motorbike while riding with astronaut Tim Peake. The incident also forced him to withdraw from a charity bike ride for Prostate Cancer UK, which was set to take place days later and was to be joined by cyclist Chris Hoy. Bishop confirmed he hoped to reschedule the tour dates, which included six shows between October 15 and October 25. He also expressed a desire to avoid another accident, joking, "I apologize but under medical advice, I’m not to be a kn**b-head and crash my motorbike again." Bishop's popularity has grown in the U.S. in recent years, partly due to the release of a Hollywood film titled "Is This Thing On?" directed by Bradley Cooper. The film, which is based on Bishop's life, features Laura Dern in a role inspired by the comedian. Although Bishop did not appear in the film, he attended its premiere with his family and participated in red carpet events in the U.S. His career has continued to thrive despite the recent setback, with fans and colleagues expressing support for his recovery. The comedian's accident has brought attention not only to his personal situation but also to the importance of safety in motorbike riding. While he is disappointed about the tour cancellations, Bishop remains optimistic about rescheduling the events once he has fully recovered. His experience highlights the unpredictable nature of life on the road and the challenges faced by performers who rely on physical mobility for their work.