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Yahoo
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
NYS Fair responds: Why Chubby Checker will not return this year
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — The New York State Fair has explained their reasoning as to why Chubby Checker was not invited back to 'Twist' and 'Shimmy' this year. Chubby's manager confirmed to NewsChannel 9 just days ago — following his induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame — that he was not invited back for the 2025 Fair. 'Unfortunately, Chubby Checker a fan favorite and staple at The New York State Fair over the years will NOT 'twist again, like he did last summer' at this year's New York State Fair. Though fans, friends and local media were hoping to see him at his annual show this summer, Fair representatives told his manager that Chubby was not invited back,' said Shelly Field, Checker's locally based manager. The Fair responded with, 'The New York State Fair congratulates Chubby Checker on his historic induction to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, which is a true testament to the impact he has had on American music history. The Fair considers Chubby to be an integral part of the Fair family and has been honored to host him several times, bringing his timeless classics to fairgoers of all ages.' But, after hearing from many fairgoers, the Fair used the interest 'in seeing an expanded content lineup with new musical acts' to diversify the performances for this year. 'We wish we could bring in all of our favorites every year, but are excited to introduce some new musical acts to the Fairgrounds this summer,' continued the Fair. 2024 marked Chubby's third consecutive appearance at the Fair, but he had been invited to 'Twist' in Central New York for six performances. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Chubby Checker ‘not invited back' to New York State Fair, his manager says
SYRACUSE, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) — Despite his recent induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Chubby Checker will not perform at the New York State Fair in 2025, his representative confirmed to NewsChannel 9. 'Chubby was not invited back,' said Shelly Field, Checker's locally based manager. She said: 'Unfortunately, Chubby Checker a fan favorite and staple at The New York State Fair over the years will NOT 'twist again, like he did last summer' at this year's New York State Fair. Though fans, friends and local media were hoping to see him at his annual show this summer, fair representatives told his manager that Chubby was not invited back.' Checker's induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame was announced Sunday night, April 27, on American Idol. NewsChannel 9 has reached out to the New York State Fair for comment. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
