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Metro
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
British rapper reveals emotional reason he pulled out of gig with minutes to go
Fans of Professor Green were gutted after the rapper proved to be a no-show at Chester 7's concert last weekend. Now, several days later, he has offered an emotional explanation. Last Saturday, the British chart-topper, who rose to fame in the early 2010s, was due to take to the stage at Winnington Rugby Club, Northwich, Cheshire, as the headline act. The crowd eagerly awaited his arrival ahead of his 9pm slot but was disappointed to be informed of a last-minute switch-up. With just minutes to go, the organiser received a message while standing outside waiting for him – right on 9 o'clock – that he was unwell and unable to perform. The 41-year-old Read All About It hitmaker's absence was later detailed by Chester 7 in a social media statement. At 10pm, they wrote: 'Due to unforeseen circumstances, Professor Green is unable to perform at Chester 7s tonight. 'Whilst circumstances such as these are outside of our control, we apologise to all our amazing players. 'Officials and guests, and thank you for making Chester 7s 2025 an amazing experience for everyone.' Fortunately, the night wasn't short on good vibes, as English former rugby union player James Haskell did turn up to deliver a two-hour DJ slot beforehand. The 40-year-old athlete and I'm A Celeb star plays house music and produces his own tunes, having taken his sets all over the world to the likes of London, Dubai, and Ibiza. As for Professor Green, whose real name is Stephen Manderson, he has now commented publicly on pulling out of the gig with just moments to spare. For the eighth year, 150,000 festival goers will descend on Glasgow Green from 11-13 July to see the liked of 50 Cent, Gracie Abrams and Biffy Clyro, and you could be there! Metro has teamed up with Rockstar Energy presents TRNSMT Festival to offer four VIP tickets to one lucky winner. For a chance to win this massive music prize, simply enter your details here. 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The Prize, including entry and attendance at TRSNMT festival, is subject to and governed by the Promoter's full ticket terms and conditions. 1 prize available. 1 entry per person. Full T&Cs apply, see here. Taking to his Instagram Story, he wrote: 'My sincerest apologises to @chester7s organisers and fans alike. 'Thank you @jameshaskell for him playing longer than planned. 'I'm reaching out to work out how I can make up for my no-show Saturday. Whatever it takes. 'This doesn't rest with booker or organisers – I crumbled after three performances and two back to back 21hr days doing all the driving etc myself. 'My head became a very difficult place to be. 'I made it to Chester but not to the stage – I hope I get the chance to make this up to you, if you'll let me. PG x' His emotional confession comes after many felt a sour taste in their mouths after his absence, admitting they felt let down. Taking to the comments section of his most recent post after the gig, @nicola.b_86 wrote: 'What happened last night?!? You were booked to headline a festival and then just didn't show up? Organisers said at the end of the night you hadn't communicated this to them and just did a no show?' 'Why did you not come to Chester7s?', @tors56 demanded to know. Also making their feeling crystal clear, @kayleigh_x87 commented underneath the announcement: '@professorgreen you massive let down!! 👎 not impressed 😤' Pro Green has spoken openly about his mental health on numerous occasions, something fans have praised him for doing in the past. Last year, he told the BBC: 'If you have a physical injury, it's your brain that gets you through it—you need mental strength. 'I don't know why there is a division between physical and mental health; it should just be health—they are intrinsically linked.' He also previously fronted a documentary titled Suicide and Me, with his dad taking his own life when the rapper was 24. Additionally, last year, he started taking antidepressants for the first time, having been reluctant at first, also due to the 'stigma' around mental illness. Pro Green's cancelled gig came just a day after he performed at Glastonbury Festival 2025. The Just Be Good to Green musician was brought out as a surprise guest by Native James during his set on the BBC Introducing stage. Following some of his own hits, he introduced Green for a cameo, the UK hip hop veteran popping up for the duo's recent collab, Block. In fact, it is Green's Worthy Farm appearance that made fans suspicious, as @bexwidd commented on Insta after his absence from Chester 7 was confirmed: 'He stayed at Glastonbury! Very poor @professorgreen'. Agreeing, @splash_vw blasted him as 'pathetic', praising Haskell for still showing up despite the recent death of his father. The Glasto set still went down a treat regardless, as fans were keen to comment on how 'iconic' the moment was. 'I am so glad I was there to witness this', @vpulverise wrote on Instagram. Green himself commented: 'gassssssssssed ain't the word everyone go stream BLOCK NOWWWWWW … full circle moment – thank you @bbcintroducing and thank you @nativejamesuk@ and gang 🔥' More Trending No stranger to Glasto, having performed there several times before, Green hinted that he'll be returning in 2027 after the festival's fallow year. '@glastofest see you in 27 💃' This article was first published on June 29, 2025. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. 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The Irish Sun
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Rapper reveals heartbreaking reason he pulled out of gig at last minute as he sends apology to gutted fans
PROFESSOR Green has revealed the heartbreaking reason he had to pull out of a recent gig. Earlier this week it was revealed that the Advertisement 3 Professor Green has explained why he had to pull out of a gig at the last minute Credit: Splash 3 The rapper bravely shared this post Credit: instagram/@professorgreen 3 The star revealed he would 'make it up' to fans Credit: Splash Professor Green - whose real name is Stephen Paul Manderson - cancelled his performance in Northwich on Saturday. Instead, support act James Haskell performed a two-hour DJ set to keep fans entertained. In a statement posted on social media at the time, Chester 7s wrote: "Due to unforeseen circumstances Professor Green is unable to perform at Chester 7s tonight. "Whilst circumstances such as these are outside of our control, we apologise to all our amazing players, officials and guests and thank you for making Chester 7s 2025 an amazing experience for everyone." Advertisement READ MORE ON PROFESSOR GREEN However, now Professor Green has bravely revealed why he was forced to pull out of the gig at the last minute. Taking to his Instagram Stories, he posted a heartfelt message which read: "My sincerest apologises to @chester7s organisers and fans alike. "Thank you @jameshaskell for him playing longer than planned. "I'm reaching out to work out how I can make up for my no-show Saturday. Whatever it takes. Advertisement Most read in Music Exclusive "This doesn't rest with booker or organisers - I crumbled after three performances and two back to back 21hr days doing all the driving etc myself. "My head became a very difficult place to be. Professor Green teams up with Carmoola for new single "I made it to Chester but not to the stage - I hope I get the chance to make this up to you, if you'll let me. PG x" Over the years the Advertisement Speaking to the "I don't know why there is a division between physical and mental health, it should just be health - they are intrinsically linked." Continuing to open up, the star said: "You don't realise as a kid things like attachment and abandonment can really affect you - way into your adult life. "I had behaviours that were directly linked to things that I experienced as a kid, and I think that's true of all of us." Advertisement Help for mental health If you, or anyone you know, needs help dealing with mental health problems, the following organisations provide support. The following are free to contact and confidential: Samaritans, CALM (the leading movement against suicide in men) Papyrus (prevention of young suicide) Shout (for support of all mental health) Mind, Rethink Mental Illness, Heads Together,
Scottish Sun
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Rapper reveals heartbreaking reason he pulled out of gig at last minute as he sends apology to gutted fans
It comes after this star previously opened up about the importance of taking care of your mental BRAVE STAR Rapper reveals heartbreaking reason he pulled out of gig at last minute as he sends apology to gutted fans Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) PROFESSOR Green has revealed the heartbreaking reason he had to pull out of a recent gig. Earlier this week it was revealed that the rapper, 41, was set to headline Chester 7s Party at the Park concert but had to pull out at the last minute - and now it has been revealed why. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 3 Professor Green has explained why he had to pull out of a gig at the last minute Credit: Splash 3 The rapper bravely shared this post Credit: instagram/@professorgreen 3 The star revealed he would 'make it up' to fans Credit: Splash Professor Green - whose real name is Stephen Paul Manderson - cancelled his performance in Northwich on Saturday. Instead, support act James Haskell performed a two-hour DJ set to keep fans entertained. In a statement posted on social media at the time, Chester 7s wrote: "Due to unforeseen circumstances Professor Green is unable to perform at Chester 7s tonight. "Whilst circumstances such as these are outside of our control, we apologise to all our amazing players, officials and guests and thank you for making Chester 7s 2025 an amazing experience for everyone." However, now Professor Green has bravely revealed why he was forced to pull out of the gig at the last minute. Taking to his Instagram Stories, he posted a heartfelt message which read: "My sincerest apologises to @chester7s organisers and fans alike. "Thank you @jameshaskell for him playing longer than planned. "I'm reaching out to work out how I can make up for my no-show Saturday. Whatever it takes. "This doesn't rest with booker or organisers - I crumbled after three performances and two back to back 21hr days doing all the driving etc myself. "My head became a very difficult place to be. Professor Green teams up with Carmoola for new single "I made it to Chester but not to the stage - I hope I get the chance to make this up to you, if you'll let me. PG x" Over the years the rapper has been very honest about his mental health and the importance of not overlooking it. Speaking to the BBC last year, Pro Green said: "If you have a physical injury it's your brain that gets you through it - you need mental strength. "I don't know why there is a division between physical and mental health, it should just be health - they are intrinsically linked." Continuing to open up, the star said: "You don't realise as a kid things like attachment and abandonment can really affect you - way into your adult life. "I had behaviours that were directly linked to things that I experienced as a kid, and I think that's true of all of us."
Scottish Sun
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Professor Green mysteriously pulls out of headline gig an HOUR before and leaves fans gutted
Fans were left disappointed by the shock no-show unseen Professor Green mysteriously pulls out of headline gig an HOUR before and leaves fans gutted PROFESSOR Green mysteriously pulled out of a gig at the eleventh hour. The rapper was set to headline Chester 7s Party at the Park concert in Northwich last night. 2 Professor Green pulled out of a gig at the last minute Credit: Getty 2 The 41-year-old was a no-show on stage Credit: Getty It's claimed organisers were told he wouldn't be performing just an hour before he was due on stage. In a statement posted on social media, Chester 7s wrote: "Due to unforeseen circumstances Professor Green is unable to perform at Chester 7s tonight. "Whilst circumstances such as these are outside of our control, we apologise to all our amazing players, officials and guests and thank you for making Chester 7s 2025 an amazing experience for everyone." It's believed organisers were told the singer was sick while waiting for him to arrive at the venue. The Sun has reached out to the rapper for comment. Professor Green - whose real name is Stephen Paul Manderson - has not posted on his socials about the no-show. One fan commented: "What happened last night?!? You were booked to headline a festival and then just didn't show up? "Organisers said at the end of the night you hadn't communicated this to them and just did a no show?" Another asked: "Why did you not come to Chester7s?" Someone else said: "He just didn't show up." Professor Green teams up with Carmoola for new single Another attendee added: "The youngsters were so disappointed." Support act James Haskell performed a two-hour DJ set to keep let down fans entertained.
The Irish Sun
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Professor Green mysteriously pulls out of headline gig an HOUR before and leaves fans gutted
PROFESSOR Green mysteriously pulled out of a gig at the eleventh hour. The rapper was set to headline Chester 7s Party at the Park concert in Northwich last night. 2 Professor Green pulled out of a gig at the last minute Credit: Getty 2 The 41-year-old was a no-show on stage Credit: Getty It's claimed organisers were told he wouldn't be performing just an hour before he was due on stage. In a statement posted on social media , Chester 7s wrote: "Due to unforeseen circumstances Professor Green is unable to perform at Chester 7s tonight. "Whilst circumstances such as these are outside of our control, we apologise to all our amazing players, officials and guests and thank you for making Chester 7s 2025 an amazing experience for everyone." It's believed organisers were told the singer was sick while waiting for him to arrive at the venue. READ MORE ON PROFESSOR GREEN The Sun has reached out to the rapper for comment. Professor Green - whose real name is Stephen Paul Manderson - has not posted on his socials about the no-show. One fan commented: "What happened last night?!? You were booked to headline a festival and then just didn't show up? "Organisers said at the end of the night you hadn't communicated this to them and just did a no show?" Most read in Music Another asked: "Why did you not come to Chester7s?" Someone else said: "He just didn't show up." Professor Green teams up with Carmoola for new single Another attendee added: "The youngsters were so disappointed." Support act James Haskell performed a two-hour DJ set to keep let down fans entertained.
