Justin Timberlake Delays Oklahoma City Concert Due to Back Injury
“I’m so sorry Oklahoma City… I have to cancel the show on Dec 2. I hurt my back in NOLA and my doctors have instructed me to rest a little longer,” Justin Timberlake posted on his Instagram story on Saturday. The announcement marks the third cancellation for the Forget Tomorrow World Tour in recent months.
The “SexyBack” singer assured fans this latest postponement was doctor’s orders, sharing “Thank you for your support – y’all know I hate doing this,” alongside a heart emoji. Canshow_y’all_know_i_hate_doing_this
Refunds will be issued for the Oklahoma City show, which was slated for November 2nd. The tour, in support of Timberlake’s latest album *Everything I Thought It Was*, is intended to resume December 4th, with a stop at Houston’s Toyota Center.
A Year of Concert Delays for Timberlake
Timberlake’s timetable for the “Forget Tomorrow World Tour” has faced a number of unexpected bumps in the road. A previously scheduled concert on October 8th had to be postponed due to an undisclosed injury, details of which were later removed from his Instagram account. This was followed by the postponement of shows on October 22nd due to a bout of bronchitis and laryngitis.
The rescheduled dates from October 23-November 2nd, have been pushed to February, marking a significant delay for fans hopeful to see the former NSYNC member back on stage.
Timberlake expressed his genuine disappointment, stating, “I’m so sorry to postpone tonight’s show. I have an injury that’s preventing me from performing. I’m so disappointed to not see you all – but I’m working to reschedule ASAP…”The singer reiterated his commitment to making it up to his fans, adding, I promise to make it up to you and give you the show y’all deserve.
The tour marks Timberlake’s first large-scale performance series since 2018.
In addition to the postponement announcement, Timberlake shared that the tour will continue as expected. After the Texas stop, the tour will continue across the US through 2025. The tour will also extend internationally, encompassing performances in South America, Europe, and the UK.
What is the status of the remaining tour dates for Justin Timberlake’s ”Forget Tomorrow” World Tour?
## Timberlake Tour Troubles Continue: An Interview
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**Announcer:** Welcome back to Entertainment Beat! Today we’re discussing the latest news surrounding Justin Timberlake’s “Forget Tomorrow” World Tour, which has unfortunately faced another setback. Let’s go live to music journalist Sarah Jones for more.
**Sarah Jones:** Thanks, [Announcer name]. It’s disappointing news for Timberlake fans, especially those in Oklahoma City who were eagerly anticipating his show on December 2nd. The singer just announced via Instagram that he’s been forced to cancel the concert due to a back injury sustained in New Orleans. This marks the third cancellation for the tour in recent months, leaving many fans wondering what’s happening.
**Announcer:** So, Sarah, what specifically did Timberlake say about the situation?
**Sarah Jones:** He expressed his sincere apologies to Oklahoma City fans, explaining that his doctors have advised him to rest a little longer due to the injury. He emphasized that this was not an easy decision and expressed his genuine disappointment in having to postpone once again. You can tell from his words and the heart emoji he included that he truly hates letting down his fans.
**Announcer:** It sounds like it’s a legitimate medical issue.
**Sarah Jones:** It does appear so. There’s no reason to believe otherwise given Timberlake’s track record and his genuine regret for the situation. Refunds will be issued for the canceled Oklahoma City show, which was originally scheduled for November 2nd.
**Announcer:** What about the rest of the tour? Is it still on track?
**Sarah Jones:** That remains to be seen. No further announcements have been made regarding any other cancellations or postponements, and hopefully, Timberlake can recover quickly and resume the tour soon. Meanwhile, fans will have to wait patiently for updates and hope for the best.
**Announcer:** Well, we certainly hope for a speedy recovery for Justin Timberlake. Thanks for bringing us the latest, Sarah.
**Sarah Jones:** You’re welcome! Back to you, [Announcer name].
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