Last week, we reported that Kelly Clarkson had shocked her fans by canceling the opening two concerts of her new Las Vegas residency minutes before she was set to perform. Now, it’s been revealed that Clarkson “blindsided” her own crew by canceling her show minutes before the doors opened.
Clarkson, 43, shocked her fans when she canceled her July 4 and July 5 concerts last Friday. Now, it’s been revealed that the original American Idol winner’s crew was left stunned as well.
Clarkson ‘Lost The Respect’ Of Her Crew
“Everyone working behind the scenes was in complete shock,” an insider told The Sun. “They woke up Friday expecting a normal day of work and began their day like always. It wasn’t until hours into the work day everyone was told the news. A lot of the crew found out on social media which is utterly disrespectful.”
“It’s disrespectful to do that to so many people who worked their [expletive] off for your show,” the source continued. “She’s definitely lost the respect and confidence of a lot of her workers.”
The insider went on to say that when Clarkson canceled the show, there were already “so many fans” waiting outside the venue to get in. Some of them allegedly “burst into tears” when the cancelation was announced.
“The crew was setting up like normal and bam, it hit,” the source recounted. “Fans crying about wasting thousands of dollars, fans who flew from outside of the country to see Kelly for the first time. She doesn’t realize the depth of how much she let people down and most of them were crying they can’t afford to come back another weekend.”
Despite Clarkson’s abrupt cancelation of these concerts, the insider claims that this weekend’s July 11 and July 12 shows will still be happening.
“Everyone has been showing up every day to do their job and put on a good show,” the source concluded. “Now we just need Kelly to show up. I think people will be walking on eggshells and on edge until she actually hits the stage because of how last minute she canceled.”
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Clarkson Cancels Concerts
Last Friday, Clarkson took to Instagram just 90 minutes before showtime to let her fans know that her concert was canceled.
“We have been working 24/7 to make Studio Sessions the most intimate and extraordinary experience with and for my incredible fans,” Clarkson wrote. “I am beyond grateful that you always show up for me and I am devastated to have to postpone tonight and tomorrow’s opening at Caesars.”
“The prep and rehearsals have taken a toll on my voice,” she continued. “I want the shows to be perfect for y’all and I need to protect myself from doing serious damage so I am taking this weekend and next week to rest up so that we can deliver what you all deserve.”
“The show is truly incredible. The musicians and singers are outstanding, and I want us all to start out strong,” Clarkson concluded. “I can’t wait to be back next weekend and show y’all what we’ve been working on.”
This came as a massive shock to her fans. Hours before this announcement, Clarkson had uploaded behind-the-scenes photos of herself preparing for the residency.
“TONIGHT!” she wrote in the caption of this Instagram post.
Clarkson’s Las Vegas Residency
Clarkson announced her Las Vegas residency at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace back in February. She has dates scheduled for this residency throughout July and August. Clarkson will then take a break from the residency in September and October to focus on The Kelly Clarkson Show. The residency is set to end in November with a few more dates.
It was already known that Clarkson had disappointed her fans by canceling these concerts at the last minute. Now that it’s been revealed that Clarkson’s own crew is turning on her as well over this, it’s certainly not looking good for her.
Only time will tell if Clarkson is able to bounce back from this!
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