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Morrissey Cancels Concerts After Death Threat Incident

9/22/2025

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Morrissey canceled two US concerts following a death threat received before a performance in Ottawa, Canada.
An Ottawa man, 26, was arrested and released on bail for allegedly threatening the singer.
The threat occurred before Morrissey's scheduled festival performance, which proceeded as planned.
Cancellations impacted shows in Massachusetts and Connecticut due to a "credible threat" to his safety.
Morrissey, known for his controversial views, rose to fame as the frontman of The Smiths in 1987.

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Morrissey canceled two US concerts following a death threat received before a performance in Ottawa, Canada.
An Ottawa man, 26, was arrested and released on bail for allegedly threatening the singer.
The threat occurred before Morrissey's scheduled festival performance, which proceeded as planned.
Cancellations impacted shows in Massachusetts and Connecticut due to a "credible threat" to his safety.
Morrissey, known for his controversial views, rose to fame as the frontman of The Smiths in 1987.