Morrissey cancels concerts in the USA due to death threats: what we know.

Morrissey's concert cancellations due to life-threatening threats

According to The Sun: Famous British musician Morrissey has canceled two concerts in the USA due to 'real' threats to his life.

The former vocalist of The Smiths was scheduled to perform at the Foxwoods Resort Casino in Connecticut on Friday and the next day at the MGM Music Hall in Boston.

The reason for the cancellations is threats from a 26-year-old Canadian named Noya Castellano, who allegedly threatened the singer. Castellano posted this threat on the BlueSky platform on September 4, before Morrissey's performance at the CityFolk Festival in Ottawa.

He wrote: 'Stephen Patrick Morrissey, when you perform at TD Place here in Ottawa next week... I will be present at the concert.'

'I will try to shoot you a few times and kill you with a large weapon that I possess illegally,' - read the post.

After that, Castellano was arrested and charged with making death threats or bodily harm, and was released on bail of $5,000.

Despite the threats, Morrissey performed at the festival, which raised controversy among attendees.

Before the concert, he asked local vendors not to sell meat dishes on the day of his performance due to his strict vegetarian beliefs. All vendors, including the grill booth, agreed to change their menu to avoid selling meat.

Organizers also checked attendees' bags for animal products, emphasizing the compliance with the musician's requests.

These cancellations occurred just days after the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk during a public appearance, raising questions about safety at live concerts.

Morrissey's controversial comments

In recent years, Morrissey has leaned towards right-wing views, openly criticizing UK immigration policy and supporting the far-right organization “For Britain,” which was dissolved in 2022.

He has often been criticized for racist remarks, particularly for claiming that “London is second only to Bangladesh in terms of acid attacks.”

'All attacks are carried out by non-white individuals, and due to political correctness, the UK government and police cannot solve this issue,' - he summarized.

In 2010, he also noted that Chinese people are 'subhumans,' discussing the cruel treatment of animals in China.

The artist criticized Muslim practices, calling halal slaughter 'evil' and unfoundedly linking this certification to ISIS. He also criticized British politicians for allowing the sale of halal meat in public institutions.

Anti-racist organizations and human rights defenders reported his 'Islamic and sexist' comments, calling for a boycott of his concerts.

The current situation highlights the importance of ensuring artists' safety during their performances. Threats like those received by Morrissey endanger not only musicians' lives but also the festive atmosphere for fans. In times of increased threat of violence, event organizers must be particularly vigilant to ensure a safe environment for all.

Morrissey's situation also reminds us how the spread of controversial views in the public sphere can influence the safety of both artists and their fans, leading to political and social tensions. Such events prompt society to reflect on the boundaries of free speech and the responsibilities of public figures for their statements.