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‘I can't breathe', cry fans as Westlife announce ‘special' anniversary shows & tease ‘this is just the beginning'
WESTLIFE fans have been sent into a frenzy after the boyband announced a HUGE anniversary gig.
The iconic Irish group are set to celebrate 25 years together
next
February - and to mark the occasion they have put together a "very special" show for fans.
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Westlife have announced two nights at the Royal Albert Hall in London
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Westlife will perform as a trio for the gigs as Mark Feehily remains in recovery
Taking to
this morning
, the band revealed they would be performing two nights at the
Royal
Albert Hall in
The World of Our Own hitmakers are set to breathe new life into their chart-topping anthems, reimagining them like never before with the sweeping power of the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra."
In a caption penned to their joint account, they wrote: "We can't quite believe it's been 25 years of Westlife… and what a journey it's been.
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"To kick off the celebrations, we're so excited to announce two very special shows at the Royal Albert Hall in London with the incredible Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra."
The lads expressed their excitement over the big announcement adding: "It will be a wonderful night full of music and memories and we can't wait to celebrate with you."
The band kept the excitement rolling, dropping hints about more unforgettable events on the horizon to mark their milestone anniversary.
They teased fans with a message brimming with anticipation: "There's so much more to come—and this is just the beginning. Happy 25th to us all!"
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Tickets
for the Royal Albert Hall gigs will go on sale next Friday, June 20 at 10am on
But those looking to nab tickets to the celebrations will need to act quickly as it looks like thousands of fans will be waiting in line to get theirs.
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Fans all flocked to the comment section to react to the exciting
news
.
Evie wrote: "OMG guys!! This is such great news! Hoping to hear some new
songs
from you. Can't wait!"
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Lindsey said: "Iconic venue, so proud."
Imelda added: "OMG can't wait to see this!!"
Emma remarked: "I CAN'T BREATHE!!"
FEEHIL-ING SAD
And Joanna gushed: "This will be a very special night for you all!"
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However, super fans were
Westlife "sadly" revealed that
will be "unable to join the celebrations" and therefore
,
and
will be holding down the shop without him.
In February 28, 2024, Mark announced he had to
to "fully recover" after undergoing surgery.
The band wrote on Instagram: "We hope he can join us back on stage when he is ready and able. He sends his love and positivity to you all as always.
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"The four of us can't quite believe it's been 25 years. We could only have dreamt of the continued love and loyalty you have consistently with shown us around the world.
"We are so lucky to have all of you with us and we can't wait to celebrate together."
