BST Hyde Park festival has been cancelled tomorrow night after after Jeff Lynne’s Electric Light Orchestra (ELO) pulled out of the headline slot.
Jeff, 77 , who was due to headline on Sunday, pulled out on the advice of doctors following a “systemic infection” – and the decision was made to axe the whole event.
A statement from organisers said: “Following the news that Jeff Lynne’s ELO will not be able to perform at BST Hyde Park due to medical reasons, Sunday 13 July’s event will sadly be cancelled.
“Ticket holders will be refunded and contacted directly by their ticket agent with further details.”
It added: “Tonight’s performance marks the final night of an incredible edition of BST Hyde Park and we look forward to seeing everyone next year.”
Earlier today a statement was released regarding Jeff’s health.
It said: “Jeff Lynne is heartbroken to report that he will not be able to perform at tomorrow’s BST Hyde Park show.
“Jeff has been battling a systemic infection and is currently in the care of a team of doctors who have advised him that performing is simply not possible at this time nor will he be able to reschedule.
“The legacy of the band and his longtime fans are foremost in Jeff’s mind today – and while he is so sorry that he cannot perform, he knows that he must focus on his health and rehabilitation at this time.”
It comes after the rock band, best known for their hit song Mr Blue Sky, pulled out of a performance at Manchester’s Co-Op Live, due to take place on July 10.
