Overview
- He became visibly distressed during “Please Push No More” at the O2 Academy Birmingham on Nov. 15 and told the crowd he had received the “worst news ever” that morning.
- His wife, Gemma O’Neil, came onstage to comfort him, and Numan told fans he would share details in a few days once he had processed the news.
- Numan has not provided a public explanation and outlets reported no statement from his representatives as of Nov. 17.
- The Telekon 45th anniversary tour is continuing, with reports indicating scheduled shows were going ahead despite the incident.
- Audience footage and eyewitness accounts circulated widely on social media, with fans posting messages of support and concern.