Photo: Steve SchofieldUpdate: In September 2019, Sam Smith announced that they use they/them pronouns. This content was written in April 2019 before Smith publicly announced their pronouns.One day afterSam Smith‘s team announced the cancellation of his performances in Azerbaijan and at the 2019Billboard Music Awards, his “Dancing with a Stranger” collaboratorNormani— who was set to share the stage with him atthe awards show— shared her regret over the situation.“Today’s news of the performance cancellation truly disappoints me as I know it disappoints you,” Normani, 22,posted on Twitterand Instagram Stories on Thursday. “I have the most amazing and loyal fans to exist and I absolutely hate to say that I will unfortunately will not be able to move forward with performing at the 2019 Billboard Music Awards. I’m heartbroken.”Smith cut his South African tour short last week due to vocal strain and his teamrevealed in a Twitter statement on Wednesdaythat the four-time Grammy winner’s medical specialists “are advising him to have further rest.”And Normani understands that Smith, 26, has to prioritizehis health.“Thank you to the BBMAs for being so understanding and patient,” she continued on social media. “We are all tried incredibly hard to work through these obstacles to figure out any and every possible way to make this work so work so we could still give you all the moment we know you want and deserve. I’m so extremely grateful for all of your love and support, it truly means the world to me. I love you all and Sam very much. I am praying that he’s able to take the time that he needs. I’m with you.”RELATED VIDEO: Normani Kordei Calls Fifth Harmony Hiatus Announcement ‘Heartbreaking’Normani also revealed that she too has been putting extra strain on her body to prepare for the May 1 Billboard Music Awards in Las Vegas.“I have been working harder than I ever have in rehearsals for the last week to ensure that I give you the best possible performance,” theformer Fifth Harmony memberwrote. “I pushed my body in ways that I hadn’t in years which I’m proud of, but unfortunately due to circumstances beyond my control, my performance at this year’s awards Is not possible.”Smith’s team also shared their remorse on Wednesday.“We apologize for the disappointment for those affected, but the primary focus at this time needs to be on Sam’s recovery and health,” his statement reads.Otherartists who will still performat this time include theJonas Brothers,Khalid,MadonnaandMaluma, hostKelly Clarkson,Lauren Daigle,Mariah Carey,Halsey and BTS,Dan + Shay,CiaraandTori KellyThe 2019 Billboard Music Awards air live from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on May 1 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on NBC.
Photo: Steve Schofield
Update: In September 2019, Sam Smith announced that they use they/them pronouns. This content was written in April 2019 before Smith publicly announced their pronouns.One day afterSam Smith‘s team announced the cancellation of his performances in Azerbaijan and at the 2019Billboard Music Awards, his “Dancing with a Stranger” collaboratorNormani— who was set to share the stage with him atthe awards show— shared her regret over the situation.“Today’s news of the performance cancellation truly disappoints me as I know it disappoints you,” Normani, 22,posted on Twitterand Instagram Stories on Thursday. “I have the most amazing and loyal fans to exist and I absolutely hate to say that I will unfortunately will not be able to move forward with performing at the 2019 Billboard Music Awards. I’m heartbroken.”Smith cut his South African tour short last week due to vocal strain and his teamrevealed in a Twitter statement on Wednesdaythat the four-time Grammy winner’s medical specialists “are advising him to have further rest.”And Normani understands that Smith, 26, has to prioritizehis health.“Thank you to the BBMAs for being so understanding and patient,” she continued on social media. “We are all tried incredibly hard to work through these obstacles to figure out any and every possible way to make this work so work so we could still give you all the moment we know you want and deserve. I’m so extremely grateful for all of your love and support, it truly means the world to me. I love you all and Sam very much. I am praying that he’s able to take the time that he needs. I’m with you.”RELATED VIDEO: Normani Kordei Calls Fifth Harmony Hiatus Announcement ‘Heartbreaking’Normani also revealed that she too has been putting extra strain on her body to prepare for the May 1 Billboard Music Awards in Las Vegas.“I have been working harder than I ever have in rehearsals for the last week to ensure that I give you the best possible performance,” theformer Fifth Harmony memberwrote. “I pushed my body in ways that I hadn’t in years which I’m proud of, but unfortunately due to circumstances beyond my control, my performance at this year’s awards Is not possible.”Smith’s team also shared their remorse on Wednesday.“We apologize for the disappointment for those affected, but the primary focus at this time needs to be on Sam’s recovery and health,” his statement reads.Otherartists who will still performat this time include theJonas Brothers,Khalid,MadonnaandMaluma, hostKelly Clarkson,Lauren Daigle,Mariah Carey,Halsey and BTS,Dan + Shay,CiaraandTori KellyThe 2019 Billboard Music Awards air live from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on May 1 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on NBC.
Update: In September 2019, Sam Smith announced that they use they/them pronouns. This content was written in April 2019 before Smith publicly announced their pronouns.
One day afterSam Smith‘s team announced the cancellation of his performances in Azerbaijan and at the 2019Billboard Music Awards, his “Dancing with a Stranger” collaboratorNormani— who was set to share the stage with him atthe awards show— shared her regret over the situation.
“Today’s news of the performance cancellation truly disappoints me as I know it disappoints you,” Normani, 22,posted on Twitterand Instagram Stories on Thursday. “I have the most amazing and loyal fans to exist and I absolutely hate to say that I will unfortunately will not be able to move forward with performing at the 2019 Billboard Music Awards. I’m heartbroken.”
Smith cut his South African tour short last week due to vocal strain and his teamrevealed in a Twitter statement on Wednesdaythat the four-time Grammy winner’s medical specialists “are advising him to have further rest.”
And Normani understands that Smith, 26, has to prioritizehis health.
“Thank you to the BBMAs for being so understanding and patient,” she continued on social media. “We are all tried incredibly hard to work through these obstacles to figure out any and every possible way to make this work so work so we could still give you all the moment we know you want and deserve. I’m so extremely grateful for all of your love and support, it truly means the world to me. I love you all and Sam very much. I am praying that he’s able to take the time that he needs. I’m with you.”
RELATED VIDEO: Normani Kordei Calls Fifth Harmony Hiatus Announcement ‘Heartbreaking’
Normani also revealed that she too has been putting extra strain on her body to prepare for the May 1 Billboard Music Awards in Las Vegas.
“I have been working harder than I ever have in rehearsals for the last week to ensure that I give you the best possible performance,” theformer Fifth Harmony memberwrote. “I pushed my body in ways that I hadn’t in years which I’m proud of, but unfortunately due to circumstances beyond my control, my performance at this year’s awards Is not possible.”
Smith’s team also shared their remorse on Wednesday.
“We apologize for the disappointment for those affected, but the primary focus at this time needs to be on Sam’s recovery and health,” his statement reads.
Otherartists who will still performat this time include theJonas Brothers,Khalid,MadonnaandMaluma, hostKelly Clarkson,Lauren Daigle,Mariah Carey,Halsey and BTS,Dan + Shay,CiaraandTori Kelly
The 2019 Billboard Music Awards air live from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on May 1 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on NBC.
source: people.com
