Jeff Lynne Shares Message with Fans After Health Struggles

Jeff Lynne of Electric Light Orchestra has expressed gratitude to his supporters following... he pulled out of last night’s BST Hyde Park gig due to illness.

The lead singer, 77, caused concern among supporters last week after appearing wobbly during a performance onstage. Birmingham and he proceeded to cancel a Manchester performance, then the London scheduled to occur on Sunday, July 13, which had been promoted as their last UK performance forever advertised as their ultimate UK show marketed as their final appearance in the UK announced as their last-ever concert in the UK presented as their closing UK event highlighted as their final live performance in the UK sponsored as their last time performing in the UK referred to as their definitive UK gig described as their final musical act in the UK celebrated as their farewell UK stage performance .

Posting a clip of supporters chanting "Mr Blue Sky" in Hyde Park from yesterday, replacing their highly awaited final concert, Jeff expressed gratitude to his followers and said: “#Overandout.”

Although specific dates are not provided for their "Over and Out" tour, it is still uncertain whether ELO will perform a final show in the UK.

Having previously told ELO’s performance would be going ahead BST organizers stated on Saturday: 'Jeff Lynne is devastated to announce that he will not be able to take part in tomorrow's BST Hyde Park concert.'

It added: “Jeff has been dealing with a widespread infection and is now under the supervision of a group of physicians who have told him that performing is not feasible right now, and he won’t be able to move his schedule forward.”

The memory of the band and his dedicated followers remain top of mind for Jeff right now—although he deeply regrets not being able to take the stage, he understands that he needs to concentrate on himself. health and recovery during this period." "and restoration at this point." "and healing now." "and regaining function at this moment." "and therapeutic intervention right now." "and convalescence at this stage." "and physical therapy at this juncture." "and recuperation currently." "and support for recovery at this time." "and assistance with rehab at present.

In response to the cancellation, supporters expressed their good wishes on social platforms.

@Covbluenose stated: "Heartbroken. Jeff Lynne has been a giant in the world of pop music and doesn’t deserve to end this way. I truly hope he regains sufficient health for one final performance, as it’s evident this is taking a severe toll on him."

@Nicki_Chapman commented: Unfortunately, there won’t be a performance from @JeffLynnesELO tonight since JeffLynne isn't feeling well. This show was supposed to be one of the standout events of my summer. His music accompanied my younger years; I hope you recover quickly, sir. A bit of 'Shining' love for you!

Jeff canceled a performance on Thursday, July 10, in Manchester as supporters filled the Co-Op Live Arena, after he had played during the week with a fractured hand resulting from an accident involving a taxi in London.

Manchester Evening News states that he mentioned during a performance on July 9: "I was in London when a cab sped away from where he had been and struck my hand. It caused real pain at the moment. That's why I don't have a guitar - I usually would."

Audience members mentioned that Jeff 'requested to sit' near the conclusion of his initial performance in Manchester on July 9, with him 'having difficulty' remaining upright as he leaned forward.

He overlooked some parts in 'Mr Blue Sky' (but it was still impressive for him),” X user @Emilkywayz added. "The crew and band assisted him offstage at the conclusion.

@DRClaireFox noted that he "appeared quite ill" at the conclusion of Wednesday's performance, whereas @DaydreamerDotty, who was seated in the front row, mentioned that they "could tell Jeff began to seem somewhat unwell."

The band Electric Light Orchestra originated in Birmingham in 1970, led by Jeff as vocalist and Roy Wood on keyboards.

Later, Roy departed from the band and was succeeded by Richard Tandy, who previously played bass but then transitioned to keyboards. until his passing last year At 76 years old.

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