Why Did The Weeknd Cancel His Rose Bowl Concert?

The Weeknd has made significant changes to his schedule in response to the devastating wildfires impacting Los Angeles. On January 13, the singer announced via Instagram that he would be canceling his highly anticipated Rose Bowl concert, which was originally set for January 25. He expressed his respect and concern for those affected by the disaster, acknowledging Los Angeles as a “profound source of inspiration” for him. His thoughts, he wrote, were with everyone impacted by the fires.

In addition to canceling the concert, The Weeknd revealed that the release of his new album Hurry Up Tomorrow, which was set for January 24, 2025, has been pushed back to January 31, 2025. In his Instagram post, he emphasized that his focus is now on supporting the recovery efforts and aiding those in need as they rebuild. He ended the message with “With love, Abel,” showing his empathy and commitment to the community.

This tragedy has not only affected the local residents but has also drawn attention from many public figures, including Jaime Lee Curtis, Kim Kardashian, and Niecy Nash, who have used their platforms to express support for those impacted by the wildfires.

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