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A long-awaited gig at Manchester’s Co-op Live has been cancelled at the last minute due to illness, leaving thousands of fans devastated as they were ‘booted out’22:06, 10 Jul 2025Updated 22:12, 10 Jul 2025A gig at Manchester’s Co-op Live arena has been cancelled minutes before it was due to start.Fans of Jeff Lynne’s ELO were ejected from the venue after the gig was called off just moments before the band were set to begin. Thousands of ticket holders were left disheartened when they were told that tonight’s performance would not be taking place.Jeff Lynne’s ELO announced on X/Twitter that the show had been cancelled “due to illness” and that Jeff was “devastated” he couldn’t perform: “Unfortunately due to illness, tonight’s scheduled performance of Jeff Lynne’s ELO at the Co-op Live will not be going ahead. Jeff is devastated he cannot perform this evening.””More information will become available as soon as possible. For refunds please go to your point of purchase.”Jeff was due to perform at the Co-op Live tonightFans quickly took to social media to express their disappointment, with one person posting: “Tonight’s ELO concert cancelled at 8.10 pm. Jeff Lynne too ill. Devastated. Hope he’s ok. Had tickets since December.”Article continues belowAnother said: “THEY CANCELLED ELO TONIGHT BECAUSE JEFF IS ILL? ? ? ? ? YOU CANT MAKE THIS UP WE’RE ALL BEING BOOTED OUT,” reports the Mirror.Someone else wrote: “Jeff Lynne’s ELO cancelling 12 MINUTES before they’re due on stage. That’s tragic.”The band performed the first night of their Manchester stint last night [9 July], with Jeff revealing that he injured his hand while in London.Fans were reportedly booted out of the arenaHe said: “I was in London and a taxi dashed off from where he was coming from and smashed my hand. It really hurt at the time. That’s why I haven’t got a guitar – I normally would have.”A fan who attended Wednesday night’s gig told The Mirror that Jeff’s injury seemed to impact his performance: “At the start of the set he came on and couldn’t play the guitar because he has injured his hand. He sounded shaky to begin with but his singing and energy picked up and was great until the last 10 minutes of the show.””A chair was brought onto the stage and he had to sit down to sing the last few songs, he appeared to be unsteady on his feet at the end and was helped off the stage by staff. He really wasn’t well, it was obvious to fans at the gig he wasn’t himself and it is sad to see.”Join the Daily Star’s WhatsApp for the sexiest headlines, showbiz gossip and lots moreThe Daily Star is now on WhatsApp and we want you to join us!Through the app, we’ll send you the sassiest showbiz stories, some naught headline and a seismic smattering of aliens…along with the latest breaking news of course.To join our community, all you have to do to join isclick on this link, select ‘Join Chat’ and you’re in!No one will be able to see who has sign up and no one can send messages except for the Daily Star team. We also treat our community members to competitions, special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.If you don’t like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose Exit group. If you’re curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.CLICK HERE TO JOINArticle continues belowHave you joined Threads? Follow Daily Star to keep up to date on all things showbiz hereWant all the biggest Showbiz and TV news straight to your inbox? Sign up for our free Daily Star Showbiz newsletter More

Noel Gallagher has been pictured entering an A-list hotspot hotel for the first time in Manchester ahead of Oasis’ huge comeback gigs at Heaton Park this weekend21:49, 10 Jul 2025Updated 21:51, 10 Jul 2025Noel Gallagher spotted in Manchester ahead of Oasis’ Heaton Park gigs.The Gallagher brother has officially arrived in his hometown and was sighted as he checked into one of the city’s poshest hotels, the five-star Stock Exchange Hotel in the heart of Manchester city centre.Interestingly, Man City supporter Noel seems to have set aside football loyalties with his choice of accommodation as the hotel is famously owned by Manchester United legend Gary Neville.The hotel has become a favourite for visiting A-listers and rock ‘n’ roll royalty in recent months reports the Manchester Evening News.While Noel arrived in the sun-drenched city on 10 July afternoon, there was no sign of brother Liam. It has been reported that he will not be lodging at the same hotel as Noel.Noel was seen in Manchester City centre on 10 July(Image: More

Voice actor James Carter Cathcart, who is best known for his roles in the popular animated series Pokemon, has passed away at the age of 7121:33, 10 Jul 2025Updated 21:37, 10 Jul 2025Pokémon voice actor James Carter Cathcart has sadly died.The 71-year-old passed after a courageous battle with throat cancer and died in hospice care in Forest Hills, New York, on 8 July. Fellow voice actor and Pokémon co-star Erica Schroeder confirmed the news on Instagram.She wrote: “Rest in peace dear sweet man. I will miss you. The community will miss you. The world will miss you. One of the most joyful, exuberant, kind-hearted and talented souls no longer walks with us.””James Carter Cathcart you were one of a kind, a gentle, beautiful, playful genius and I was happy to call you my friend. Master of the pen, piano and microphone. Friend to many. Loving father and husband. Thank you for your gifts.”James died in hospice care after fighting cancer(Image: More

Amanda Holden and her daughter Lexi Hughes, 19, recently posed for a quick selfie as they sat on the front row at the sporting event and the pair could be mistaken for sisters21:19, 10 Jul 2025Amanda Holden is looking gorgeous in a new selfie with lookalike daughter lEXI.The Heart Radio presenter turned heads in a bright yellow ensemble as she and her 19-year-old Lexi made a stylish appearance at Wimbledon. The mother-daughter duo, who bear a striking resemblance to one another, joined a host of celebrities including David Beckham, Hugh Grant, Sir Ian McKellen and Queen Camilla at the prestigious sporting event.The Britain’s Got Talent judge couldn’t help but beam with pride as she posed alongside Lexi, who styled her new locks in a chic full fringe with curly blonde locks. Amanda wowed in a sleeveless yellow dress, oversized black sunglasses and a bold pink lip.Meanwhile, Lexi, who she shares with husband Chris Hughes, opted for a white crop top, pinstripe trousers, and mirrored shades. The teenager posted the photos on her Instagram, captioning them: “Serving… #wimbledon #espn #sportscenter.”Lexi and Amanda smiled together in the sunshine(Image: More

Friends of presenter Gregg Wallace have defended the former MasterChef star and claimed that his autism stops the TV star from sporting underwear and other tight pieces of clothing21:13, 10 Jul 2025Gregg’s friends claim the star can’t wear pants due to his autism(Image: More

Christine and Paddy McGuinness share three autistic children and she said it is why they ‘tend to stick to the same places’ when they go abroad as a family21:11, 10 Jul 2025Christine and Paddy McGuinness still live together despite their split(Image: More

Celebrity Big Brother star JoJo Siwa has addressed the recent pregnancy rumours after fans speculated she was expecting her first child with Love Island star Chris Hughes20:58, 10 Jul 2025Updated 20:59, 10 Jul 2025JoJo Siwa has spoken out after rumours she is pregnant.The Celebrity Big Brother star, 22, who previously found fame on Dance Moms has been surrounded by rumours that she is pregnant.The TV personality, who recently met her boyfriend Love Island star Chris Hughes on Celebrity Big Brother, has now taken to her own social media channel to hit out at the claims. JoJo shared a video of herself plugging her latest cover of Bette Davis Eyes as she cleared up the rumours.”Couple of things that need to be addressed, so might as well do it with two truths and a lie. Which is the lie?” and added the options: ‘I’ve never smoked a cigarette,’ ‘I’m pregnant,’ and ‘This song comes out on Spotify on Friday.’Her post was flooded with responses from fans. One said: “Anyone that knows you, know you play with your audience. Number two is the lie. Bette Davis is def coming out on Spotify this Friday.”JoJo’s video poked fun at the recent pregnancy rumours(Image: More

Julian McMahon, known for his roles in Fantastic Four, Nip/Tuck and Home and Away, sadly died in 2 July and his cause of death has now been confirmed by his loved ones19:39, 10 Jul 2025Updated 19:40, 10 Jul 2025The Fantastic Four actor died on 2 July(Image: More