The rock supergroup, which also consists of Alice Cooper and Joe Perry, announced their show in Budapest was canceled while fans were already queuing outside the venue.
- Jul 19, 2023
AceShowbiz - The Hollywood Vampires' concert cancellation has sparked concerns among fans. The supergroup was forced to cancel their show in Budapest at the last minute, leaving many wondering if there's something serious happening to any member of the group.
The hard rock band, which was formed in 2012 by Alice Cooper, Johnny Depp and Joe Perry, was scheduled to perform on Tuesday night, July 18 at the Papp Laszlo Budapest Sport Arena. Shortly before the show started, the stage was taken down, according to Index, leaving fans who were queuing outside the arena devastated.
"Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Vampires will be canceling tonight's show in Budapest," the band announced in a statement posted on Instagram. "All tickets (general and VIP, including meet & greet) will be refunded in full."
"We love and appreciate all of the fans who traveled from near and far to see us rise, and we're truly sorry," they added. "Sincere apologies, The Hollywood Vampires."
As the exact reason of the cancellation was not revealed, fans can't help guessing if there's something serious happening to the member or the crew. "Cancelling the show while we're queuing is questionably weird. I sincerely hope everyone's alright," one fan reacted to the announcement.
Another speculated, "There could be something really wrong with a member of the crew or band. I'm sure they won't cancel otherwise. Be patient. They'll tell in their own time." A third expressed their concern in the comments section, "Please only let it be huge technical issues or whatever, no one from the Vampires or the team. I'm really really worried ..."
"Oh no! Hope everyone is okay," a worried fan exclaimed. Another remarked, "We are deeply concerned and hope that everyone is alright?!?!" A sixth user penned, "Hopefully none of the guys is I'll. Touring is exhausting for bands and these guys aren't as young as many others."
"They wouldn't cancel if it wasn't something important. Hope everyone is in good health," another said, while someone else added, "Just praying no one is hurt or sick. That's the most important thing of all. You sweet, sweet gentleman take care."
The cancellation comes just days after Johnny was seen using a crutch as a walking aid on his way to a concert in Scotland. The 60-year-old was spotted leaving his hotel in Glasgow on Friday night, July 11 and relying on the help of his crutch as he walked down the hotel steps.
The Hollywood Vampires was forced to postpone their shows in May after Johnny suffered a "painful" ankle injury. The "Pirates of the Caribbean" star stated on Instagram at the time, "My dear friends, I am sorry to say that I have fractured my ankle, which is a drag!!! It began as a hairline break but somewhere between Cannes and the Royal Albert Hall, it got worse rather than better."
"Several medical professionals have strongly suggested I avoid any and all activity for the moment and so am sadly unable to travel at this time," he went on informing. "To that end, the guys and I are very sorry to miss you in New Hampshire, Boston and New York but fear not, I promise we will bring an amazing show to all of you in Europe and bring our absolute best to the East Coast later this summer and make it up to those who have paid for those shows!!!"
Meanwhile, the group also said in a statement, "Johnny has sustained a painful injury to his ankle following his recent appearances and has been advised by his doctor not to travel. He is devastated by this turn of events, but looks forward to resting up so all four Vampires can bring their absolute best to the tour in Europe."
They continued, "He is devastated by this turn of events, but looks forward to resting up so all four Vampires can bring their absolute best to the tour in Europe."
