Donald Glover, known for his musical persona Childish Gambino, has announced the postponement of the remainder of his North American “New World” tour, citing concerns over his physical well-being. On Monday, the artist shared a statement on social media, explaining his need to take time off for a few weeks to focus on his health. He reassured fans that all tickets purchased for the upcoming shows would still be honored once the new dates are scheduled.
Glover’s announcement comes after he canceled a performance in Houston on Sunday, also due to illness. That show, like the rest of the postponed dates, will be rescheduled, with new information to be announced in the coming weeks. Originally, the North American leg of the tour was set to continue with a performance in Austin, Texas, followed by a series of concerts stretching through to October 3rd.
The actor and musician expressed his gratitude to his fans, thanking them for their understanding, support, and love during this time. He requested privacy as he focuses on recovery. However, no specifics regarding his health condition were provided.
What remains uncertain is the status of the overseas portion of Glover’s “New World” tour, which is scheduled to begin in November. No announcements have been made regarding whether these international dates will be impacted by his health concerns.
This tour marks the final chapter of Glover’s career under the Childish Gambino name, as he has previously mentioned that he would be stepping away from this project. Earlier this year, he opened up about his decision, telling The New York Times that he no longer finds fulfillment in continuing the Childish Gambino identity. “It really was just like, ‘Oh, it’s done.’ It’s not fulfilling. And I just felt like I didn’t need to build in this way anymore,” he explained.
The “New World” tour highlights Glover’s latest album, Bando Stone and the New World, a project he described as introspective and rooted in the search for purpose. The album was developed alongside a film he is working on, centered around the story of a musician trying to record new material on a secluded island. Reflecting on the creative process, Glover shared, “I thought there was a really great journey in somebody making music and not knowing what the purpose of it was. I feel like everybody goes through that, not just artists. That feeling of like, ‘What is any of this for?'”
While fans may be disappointed by the delay, Glover’s commitment to returning in full health and fulfilling his final artistic commitments under the Childish Gambino banner remains clear. His focus on both his well-being and artistic evolution suggests that when he returns to the stage, it will be with renewed energy and purpose.
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