Elle King's Show Postponed Following Controversial Performance

Elle King's upcoming show at famed honky-tonk Billy Bob's Texas has been postponed until September. This announcement comes closely on the heels of King's recent performance at the Grand Ole Opry's Opry Goes Dolly show, which took place on January 19, a celebration marking Dolly Parton's 78th birthday. During this event, King’s behavior raised eyebrows, as she appeared visibly drunk and struggled to remember the lyrics to Parton’s song “Marry Me.”

In a surprising turn of events, King openly admitted to being "f--king hammered" during her performance, which led to a rambling tirade filled with expletives. The incident garnered significant attention, prompting the Opry to apologize to fans who were offended by her language and conduct. However, King has not yet released any statement regarding the incident, leaving many to wonder if the decision to postpone her Billy Bob's show was made by the venue or her team.

Billy Bob's Texas confirmed the postponement on social media, announcing a new concert date of September 21, 2024. Fans who purchased tickets will have their tickets honored for the new date, but refunds are also being offered for the original show. While no direct link was established between the postponement and King’s controversial performance, many fans speculated about the timing in the comments on Billy Bob's post.

• Elle King's show at Billy Bob's Texas is now scheduled for September 21, 2024.
• Her performance at the Opry was marked by inappropriate behavior and language.
• The Opry issued an apology to fans following her controversial onstage conduct.
• Fans speculated about the connection between her Opry performance and the show postponement.

As of January 24, King’s tour calendar indicates her next performance will be a sold-out show at Shipshewana, Indiana's Blue Gate Performing Arts Center on February 22. She has a busy schedule ahead, with various solo shows, festival appearances, and a stop on Chris Stapleton's All-American Road Show tour on March 2.

This incident raises questions about the pressures artists face and how personal struggles can impact their careers. As fans eagerly await King's return to the stage, it remains to be seen how this controversy will shape her future performances and public image.