The Wanted members Max George and Siva Kaneswaran shocked fans on Friday when they cancelled two live shows on their world tour.
Max, 36, and Siva, 35, have joined forces again with The Wanted 2.0 tour, although it does not include former members Jay McGuinness and Nathan Sykes.
Max took to his Instagram stories to inform fans that his Disneyland shows in Florida are cancelled.
He wrote: ‘Hi everyone, especially those from Florida.
‘We regret to announce that due to unforeseen circumstances, Siva and I will not be able to perform at Disneyland as scheduled.
The Wanted members Max George and Siva Kaneswaran shocked fans on Friday when they cancelled two live shows on their world tour (pictured in 2021)
‘Heartbroken’ to announce the unexpected news, Max took to his Instagram stories to inform fans.
‘This is something that is COMPLETELY out of our control and we are absolutely devastated.
‘This will NOT affect our fall tour of the US and Canada and we are looking forward to kicking off on October 6th in New York.
‘We promise to return to Florida as soon as possible. Much love, Max.’
The musical duo were scheduled to perform at Disney’s Epcot theme park in Florida on both Sunday and Monday, and have announced dates around the world, including Hawaii and a series of shows in India.
Max’s statement was followed by Siva’s, who took to his stories to say: “We know how much you were looking forward to it and we were equally excited to see you all there.”
The Irish star went on to reassure fans: “But don’t worry, we’re gearing up for an incredible US tour starting on October 6th and we promise we’ll be back in Florida as soon as we can.”
‘Thank you so much for your understanding and support! We look forward to seeing you soon! Love, The Wanted 2.0.’
Some fans took to X (formerly Twitter) to express their disappointment, including many heartbroken fans who already bought their tickets to the show and wrote:
‘I’m still sad that I can’t go see them at Epcot’;
Max, 36, and Siva, 35, have joined forces again with their The Wanted 2.0 tour, although it does not include former members Jay McGuinness and Nathan Sykes (pictured in 2021)
The musical duo were scheduled to perform at Disney’s Epcot theme park in Florida on both Sunday and Monday, and have announced dates around the world, including Hawaii and a series of shows in India.
They also added new dates due to ‘popular demand’
Max’s statement was followed by Siva’s, who reassured fans.
Some fans took to X (formerly Twitter) to express their disappointment, including many heartbroken fans who already bought tickets to the show.
‘So, wanting to cancel her performance at Epcot is really devastating for me. I just wanted to sing that song that I know!’;
“For those who were planning to see them at Epcot, unfortunately their appearance at the Eat to the Beat concert series has been cancelled. I am so sorry to the fans who traveled here to see them! I hope they have a Florida date added soon!”
In early April, the duo revealed they were heading to India for the first time on Instagram following the tragic death of their former bandmate Tom Parker.
Max wrote earlier this year: ‘Siva and I can’t wait for this moment! Our first time in India… A dream come true!’
This is their first time on tour after all five members toured in early 2022.
Max and Siva took to the stage without their other bandmates Jay McGuiness and Nathan Sykes (pictured LR Jay, Tom, Max, Siva, Nathan in 2012)
Tom died at age 33 on March 30, 2022 after an 18-month battle with stage four glioblastoma brain cancer.
Weeks later, Tom died at age 33 on March 30, 2022 after an 18-month battle with a stage four brain cancer called glioblastoma.
It’s unclear why Nathan isn’t joining Max and Siva, but Jay has been busy recently promoting his debut book Blood Flowers in the UK.
Jay also announced he will be travelling to Ireland with hit show 2:22 alongside former Love Island presenter Laura Whitmore, EastEnders star Shona McGarty and Once Upon a Time actor Colin O’Donoghue.