Kelly Clarkson’s Las Vegas residency didn’t kick off as planned.
Less than two hours before she was set to take the stage at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace on July 4, Clarkson announced to fans that she was postponing the start of her residency because of vocal issues.
“We have been working 24/7 to make Studio Sessions the most intimate and extraordinary experience with and for my incredible fans,” she said in a message on Instagram. “I am beyond grateful that you always show up for me and I am devastated to have to postpone tonight and tomorrowโs opening at Caesars.”
“The prep and rehearsals have taken a toll on my voice. I want the shows to be perfect for yโall and I need to protect myself from doing serious damage so I am taking this weekend and next week to rest up so that we can deliver what you all deserve,” she continued.
After reassuring her fans that she’d be ready to hit the stage after the short break to rest, Clarkson then teased the Vegas show, calling it “truly incredible.”
“The musicians and singers are outstanding, and I want us all to start out strong. I canโt wait to be back next weekend and show yโall what weโve been working on,” she said.
The official account for Caesarโs Palace and The Colosseum also shared the news of Clarksonโs Vegas shows cancellation, informing ticket holders that they could choose to be refunded or catch another one of her shows.
โTicketholders will receive information from Ticketmaster and can either request a refund or keep their tickets as we reschedule this weekendโs performances,โ the statement read on Instagram.
โWe are confident that when sheโs recovered, fans will experience an incredible, intimate performance from one of this generationโs leading voicesโ they added.
According Clarkson’s website, the singer’s next scheduled show in Vegas will be on July 11. After that, sheโll be doing 15 more shows before the last one takes place on Nov. 15.
Online, the daytime TV host received a lot of support from her fans, even though some said they were disappointed by the last-minute cancellation.
“When you ACTUALLY sing live, you are allowed this grace. Rest that incredible instrument โค๏ธ,” one person commented on her post.
Another said, “Ughhhh I was so excited for opening night.We were ALL so excited waiting in line all day.I hope you feel better. โค๏ธโ๐ฉน.”
A third added, “Flew in from NY for both opening weekend shows. Devastated doesnโt cut it but your health has to come first. Get well soon Kellyโฅ๏ธ.”
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