Rapper reveals heartbreaking reason he pulled out of gig at last minute as he sends apology to gutted fans
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Professor Green has explained why he had to pull out of a gig at the last minute
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The rapper bravely shared this post
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The star revealed he would 'make it up' to fans
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Professor Green - whose real name is Stephen Paul Manderson - cancelled his performance in Northwich on Saturday.
Instead, support act James Haskell performed a two-hour DJ set to keep fans entertained.
In a statement posted on social media at the time, Chester 7s wrote: "Due to unforeseen circumstances Professor Green is unable to perform at Chester 7s tonight.
"Whilst circumstances such as these are outside of our control, we apologise to all our amazing players, officials and guests and thank you for making Chester 7s 2025 an amazing experience for everyone."
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However, now Professor Green has bravely revealed why he was forced to pull out of the gig at the last minute.
Taking to his Instagram Stories, he posted a heartfelt message which read: "My sincerest apologises to @chester7s organisers and fans alike.
"Thank you @jameshaskell for him playing longer than planned.
"I'm reaching out to work out how I can make up for my no-show Saturday. Whatever it takes.
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"This doesn't rest with booker or organisers - I crumbled after three performances and two back to back 21hr days doing all the driving etc myself.
"My head became a very difficult place to be.
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"I made it to Chester but not to the stage - I hope I get the chance to make this up to you, if you'll let me. PG x"
Over the years the
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Speaking to the
"I don't know why there is a division between physical and mental health, it should just be health - they are intrinsically linked."
Continuing to open up, the star said: "You don't realise as a kid things like attachment and abandonment can really affect you - way into your adult life.
"I had behaviours that were directly linked to things that I experienced as a kid, and I think that's true of all of us."
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