Morrissey's Tour Troubles: A Look at Setbacks and Resilience in 2026
Morrissey, the British rockstar, faced setbacks at the beginning of 2026 as he had to cancel his first two concerts scheduled in California due to an adverse reaction to prescription medication. Fans were informed that the tickets would be honored for rescheduled dates or refunds could be requested through the original point of purchase. The San Diego show was officially canceled, with refunds available for ticket holders. Despite these cancellations, Morrissey is set to perform in San Antonio, Texas on Jan. 10.
This is not the first time Morrissey has canceled shows for various reasons. In 2025, he had to cancel international concerts due to extreme exhaustion and faced a credible threat to his life during performances in Boston and Connecticut. A 26-year-old man was arrested for making threats against Morrissey on social media. In another instance, Morrissey canceled a concert in Stockholm, citing a lack of financial support from record labels for touring. Despite these challenges, Morrissey's ticket sales remain strong, highlighting the disconnect between industry support and fan demand.
Morrissey's tour in 2025 started in North America and is set to conclude in Seville, Spain in March 2026. The singer's struggles with health issues, threats, and industry support have posed challenges to his performances, but his dedicated fan base continues to support his music.