Bad news, Beliebers—Justin Bieber has cancelled the remainder of his “Purpose Tour,” beginning with Saturday’s show in Arlington, Texas. Tickets will be refunded.
Bieber’s world tour began last March, showcasing singles like “Sorry” and “What Do You Mean?” He had announced in December that an additional leg would be added to the tour, running through the summer, including stops in North America and Asia. These added shows have since been scratched.
Why did Justin Bieber cancel his tour?
As to why exactly Bieber cancelled the rest of his tour, the singer’s official Facebook page sites “unforeseen circumstances.” The same post points out that Bieber had performed over 150 “successful” shows across 6 continents during the tour’s run.
To say his tour went off without a hitch, however, would be inaccurate: just last week, Bieber was banned from performing in Beijing, because of “bad behavior.” The Beijing Municipal Bureau of Culture stated that “his series of misbehaviors while living abroad and during his performances in China has caused public resentment.”
Justin Bieber apologizes
When asked about the cancellation of the tour, Bieber told TMZ that he plans on “just resting, getting some relaxation. We’re gonna ride some bikes.” He also apologized to fans, saying, “I’m sorry for anybody who feels disappointed or betrayed.”
Bieber’s music manager, Scooter Braun, shared an apology, on behalf of the pop star’s team, on Instagram. Though he acknowledges the fans’ disappointment and thanks them for their support, Braun adds that “a man’s soul and well-being” must always come first. He assures Beliebers, however, that “Justin will be back.”
Fans react to Justin Bieber tour cancellation
As for the fans, reactions to the cancellation appear to be mixed, ranging from downright anger and frustration to understanding and acceptance.
Despite its early cancellation, Bieber’s “Purpose” world tour ran for 18 months, with his concerts grossing $163.3 million last year, according to industry tracker Pollstar.
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