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Lola Young Pulls Out of New Jersey Concert at the Last Minute, Citing 'Sensitive Matter'

Her manager cited a "sensitive matter" related to mental health, calling the decision a protective step.

Overview

  • The withdrawal was announced on her Instagram Story shortly before her scheduled set at Audacy’s We Can Survive at Newark’s Prudential Center.
  • Manager Nick Shymansky said there are occasional days when the team takes measures to keep her safe and he apologized to fans for the disruption.
  • Media outlets sought clarity on whether she will perform at the All Things Go Music Festival on Sunday, with no confirmation from her team.
  • Young has previously disclosed a diagnosis of schizoaffective disorder and has discussed long-running mental health challenges.
  • Less than two weeks earlier she told CBS Mornings she was the happiest she had ever been, underscoring the abrupt nature of the cancellation.