Justin Timberlake Bows Out of Final Tour Show Due to Illness: Fans Support His Decision
In a heart-wrenching turn of events, Justin Timberlake has had to cancel the last performance of his North American Forget Tomorrow World Tour due to health issues. Just hours before hitting the stage in Columbus, Ohio, the 44-year-old pop icon took to Instagram to share his heartbreak, stating, “You guys, I’m heartbroken. I have to cancel the show tonight.” The singer revealed that he was “battling the flu” and it had unfortunately taken its toll on him. The cancellation follows a rough patch where Timberlake was previously sidelined by bronchitis and laryngitis during the tour, causing rescheduling of other performances back in October 2023.
While fans were understandably disappointed, the response on social media was overwhelmingly supportive. One fan even flew in from California, posting, “Your health comes first. True fans know that.” Timberlake reassured followers that full refunds would be issued for the canceled performance. It’s a relief that his die-hard supporters understand that, at the end of the day, health trumps all, even for a superstar.
This tour marked a significant comeback for Timberlake, who launched his Forget Tomorrow World Tour to promote his January 2024 album, “Everything I Thought It Was.” The album came six years after his last release, “Man in the Woods,” and celebrated his return to the stage with singles like “Selfish.” His tour kicked off in April 2024, and despite the hiccups, he had been sharing his excitement for the tour on social media, expressing love for his crew and gratitude towards his fans.
Timberlake’s world travel legs will resume in March 2025, with Buenos Aires on March 21 and culminating the tour in Paris by July 20. As fans await the next leg of the tour, they can catch him performing at BottleRock Napa Valley in California on May 24, which promises to be a blast. Rest up, JT—health first, and we’ll be ready to sing along when you’re back on stage!
Sources: Celebrity Storm and People Magazine, Billboard
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