Morrissey has cancelled upcoming performances after receiving credible death threats. The announcement was made on Morrissey’s official Facebook page.
The official statement addressed the security concerns that led to the show cancellation.
“In recent days, there has been a credible threat on Morrissey’s life,” the announcement read. “Out of an abundance of caution for the safety of both the artist and audience, tonight’s engagement at Foxwoods has been cancelled. We appreciate your understanding.”
The cancellation affects at least the Foxwoods performance. The artist’s team prioritized safety for both Morrissey and concert attendees.
The security concerns stem from a specific incident that prompted law enforcement action. The Independent reported that the death threats traced back to a 26-year-old man from Ottawa, Canada. The man allegedly posted a violent threat on the social media platform Bluesky targeting Morrissey’s September 12 show in Ottawa.
The threatening message was particularly disturbing in its specificity. Architeg Prints revealed that the chilling message stated an intent “to shoot you many times and kill you with a very large gun that I own illegally.” The explicit nature of the threat prompted immediate action from authorities.
Law enforcement responded swiftly to the online threat. TMZ confirmed that the man was arrested and charged in connection with the threatening posts. He was later released on bail and has declined to comment on the charges against him.
The cancellations have affected multiple shows beyond the initial Foxwoods performance. Loudwire verified that both the Foxwoods show in Connecticut and a Saturday performance at MGM Music Hall in Boston have been officially canceled. Morrissey’s next scheduled show in Philadelphia remains planned at this time.
The 66-year-old artist, whose full name is Steven Patrick Morrissey, is currently amid a world tour that includes dates across the US until the end of October. The tour will be followed by shows in Mexico and South America. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the security risks performers can face in today’s digital age.
