Usher Suffers Neck Injury, Forced to Postpone Opening Night of Tour

Usher was set to open his Past Present Future Tour in Atlanta on Wednesday, August 14, but was forced to postpone the show at the last minute due to an injury. He also postponed shows on Thursday and Friday, and has since revealed details about his injury with fans.

“Earlier this week, I suffered an injury to my neck while rehearsing to provide my fans with the greatest Usher show of all time,” he wrote on Instagram. “My hope was that with physical therapy and medical treatment, I would be able to overcome the injury and be ready for opening night.”

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He continued, “Unfortunately, the injury has not healed yet, and my doctors have instructed me not to perform any shows this week. The good news is that the doctors are saying that with appropriate rest and treatment, I should be ready to commence the tour in Washington DC on August 20th.”

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Usher Postpones Opening of Tour On Doctors’ Orders

Usher continued his statement, sharing love for his fans and hope for their understanding. “I love my fans and thank you for understanding that this injury must be healed so that I can give you the 100% excellence that you expect from an USHER show and that I will be on stage in your city very soon,” he wrote.

He also shared the rescheduled dates for the Atlanta shows. Now, the August 14 show will be on December 9, the August 16 show on December 10, and the August 17 show on December 12.

Fans took to the comments of his Instagram post to wish Usher a speedy recovery and share their love and support. “Get your rest brother. You just did a 2 year residency in Vegas. Plus going to Paris & a Super Bowl,” one fan wrote, noting that Usher’s schedule has been packed lately.

Another fan commented, “One week doesn’t seem long enough. Take all the time you need king. Your health is much more important than our entertainment.”

“Take all the rest U need! Your Day 1’s will be right here waiting for U. Hope U R not in too much pain. Get well soon and always put your health first,” another fan commented.

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