The Weeknd has announced he is postponing the release of his new album and cancelling a huge show in the wake of the devastating Los Angeles fires.
The 34-year-old artist, whose real name is Abel Tesfaye, will now release his sixth album Hurry Up Tomorrow on January 31, a week later than previously announced.
A planned concert at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena that was set to take place on January 25 has also been cancelled.
He made the announcement in an Instagram post, stating: “Out of respect and concern for the people of Los Angeles County, the Rose Bowl show has been cancelled and the album date has been postponed to 01.31.25.”
He continued: “Out of respect and concern for the people of Los Angeles County, I am canceling the Rose Bowl concert originally scheduled for January 25th.
“This city has always been a profound source of inspiration for me, and my thoughts are with everyone impacted during this difficult time.
“In light of this, I have also decided to push the release of my album to January 31st.
“My focus remains on supporting the recovery of these communities and aiding its incredible people as they rebuild.
“With love, Abel.”
The Weeknd is one of the best selling artists in the world. Last year, his 2021 compilation album The Highlights was named as the second best selling record of 2024 in the UK.
The location of the Rose Bowl is close to where the Eaton fire burned more than 14,000 acres across both Pasadena and Altadena.
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The area is home to many high-profile residents, including actor and musician Mandy Moore whose house was gutted in the blaze.
In a social media post, Moore wrote about the damage to her home, saying: “We were able to park and walk up our street to bear witness to all the loss. Miraculously, the main part of our house is still standing. For now. It’s not livable but mostly intact.
“We lost Taylor and griffin’s studio with every instrument and piece of equipment they’ve ever owned. We lost our garage and back house. Everyone we know lost everything. Every house on our street is gone. My in laws. My brother and sister in law- 6 weeks from welcoming their first baby. Our best friends. Feeling weird survivors guilt. We love this community and will do everything we can to help rebuild and support. Thanks for everyone for checking on us and offering us help. Altadena strong.”
Moore is one of many celebrities to have lost homes in the past week, including Anthony Hopkins, Anna Faris, Ricki Lake and Eugene Levy.
