Festival fans 'disappointed' as Professor Green cancels headline show in sudden 'unforeseen circumstances'
Advertised as the north's biggest sports and music festival, Chester 7s was due to welcome Professor Green to the stage as its headline act last night (June 28).
The rapper had made a special guest appearance on stage at the Glastonbury festival with artist Native James during its second day on June 26.
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The musician, Stephen Manderson when he's not using his stage name, 'arrived on the scene as a rapper and singer-songwriter in 2005', advertised the festival.
Professor Green's top hits came in the 2010s, including 'I Need You Tonight', 'Just Be Good to Green' featuring Lily Allen, and 'Read All About It', with Emeli Sande.
But last night, at around 10.30pm, an announcement was made on the social media pages of Chester 7s saying: "Due to unforeseen circumstances, Professor Green is unable to perform at Chester 7s tonight.
"While 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."
Professor Green had been due to take to the stage for the main stage headline slot at 9pm, according to a set times list shared by the festival.
The festival organisers did not share the reason for the unexpected cancellation of the headline act.
The cancellation drew critics, with one peeved fan telling the festival on social media: "Although out of your control, not good enough when people have bought tickets. Had a fab weekend but definitely disappointed with Professor Green."
Another ticket holder commented: "I was really gutted as I upgraded my Friday tickets to see Prof Green but the other DJs were good, and Ben Singh was a proper vibe, his set should [have] stayed on longer."
Festival-goers shared how DJs including Ben Singh and Gary Williams closed out the night instead, 'saving the day'.
One fan wrote in response to the festival's announcement: "Big love to all the DJs who stepped in for Pro Green — he missed an incredible night with amazing people and energy!
"Rachel T was pure class, Fatty Funk and Ben Singh brought the vibe, after jumping in to keep things flowing.
"Huge respect to DJ Willz Gary Williams who closed the night with an extended set — absolutely smashed it and had the whole place bouncing.
"Thanks for an epic weekend, Chester 7s — see you next year!"
Ahead of the booked show, the festival's website advertised how Professor Green 'acquired a reputation as one of the most exciting names in hip hop, grime and electronica. Before long, he was a major name and a fixture of popular culture'.
As well as fronting sports brand Puma at the height of his fame, Professor Green was also well-known for his mental health charity activism.
Professor Green's team has been contacted for comment.
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