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Benson Boone Cancels Birmingham Show Minutes Before Showtime Over Throat Illness

The status of three O2 Arena dates set to begin Monday remains unconfirmed.

Overview

  • Boone told fans on Instagram he had tried to revive his voice but could not deliver the show he wanted given the condition of his throat.
  • Utilita Arena confirmed the cancellation due to illness, said it is working to reschedule, and will contact ticket holders after apologizing for the short notice.
  • The announcement came less than an hour before he was due on stage, disrupting fans who had already traveled to the venue.
  • Videos from a recent Glasgow concert showed him struggling with his voice as a team member said he could not speak and would see a doctor.
  • The tour is slated to continue in London and across Europe in November, and a Nov. 29 Kennedy Space Center event remains advertised, with no further changes announced.