Before this tour, he made his return to live performances with a headlining gig at London's Shepherd's Bush Empire in May 2024.

As all former members of One Direction pursue solo careers, Zayn's announcement adds to the ongoing trend, with Harry Styles being the most successful among them.

The announcement came during a surprise appearance on 'The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon,' where he performed his latest single 'Stardust' and revealed the tour details.

Following the U.S. leg, Malik will perform in the U.K., starting with a show in Edinburgh on November 20 and concluding in Newcastle on December 3.

The tour will include a performance at New York City's Hammerstein Ballroom on November 2.

The tour supports his fourth studio album, 'Room Under the Stairs,' which was released in May 2023 and co-produced with Grammy-winner Dave Cobb.

Malik has not performed live on a large scale for several years due to a severe anxiety disorder, which also influenced his departure from One Direction.

Zayn Malik has announced his first-ever solo headlining tour, named 'Stairway to the Sky,' which marks a significant milestone since he left One Direction in 2015.

The 'Stairway to the Sky' tour will kick off on October 23, 2024, in San Francisco and will feature a total of 11 intimate shows across the U.S. and U.K.

Major stops on the North American leg include Las Vegas, Los Angeles, and New York City, with the final show scheduled for November 2.

Tickets for the tour will go on sale starting with a VIP presale on September 19, followed by general sales on September 21.

In his official announcement about the tour, Zayn expressed gratitude to his fans for their patience, love, and support over the years.