On Thursday, January 25, 2024, GOT7's agency, BamBam, ABYSS Company, issued a statement announcing that the dates of the idol's first US solo tour, which took place from February 10 to February 24, 2024, had been canceled due to a worsening condition of his ankle injury. .
Recently, while appearing on a radio show, GOT7's Youngjae revealed that Bambam injured his ankle while practicing for one of his solo concerts. While the idol continued to show professionalism as he continued his tour despite the injury, his agency regretted informing fans that it had gotten worse.
ABYSS revealed that BamBam was preparing to premiere a new song at his upcoming concert. But while practicing for the same, his ankle injury worsened. The agency stated:
“We will prioritize the artist’s health and wellness to ensure a smooth return to reconnecting with fans throughout the rest of the tour schedule.”
Since the artist's health comes first, the agency announced that it has canceled the American tour dates to prioritize them. In addition, we have been informed that the value of the tickets booked will be fully refunded.
ABYSS announces the cancellation of GOT7's BamBam's solo tour in the United States after his ankle injury worsened.
On September 16, 2023, Youngjae and Yugyeom made a special appearance at Bambam's solo tour held in Seoul. The duo even performed the group's track king With the idol. Then, when Youngjae was invited to the radio show Dearest friends, Hosted by MBC FM4U, he shared his performing experience at his fellow members' concert.
Besides, he also talked about how BamBam injured his ankle during training but continued to perform. While fans continued to praise him for his professionalism, they also expressed concern about his health. While the idol did well at many concerts after his injury, it was recently announced that his injury had worsened, forcing him to miss concerts.
Therefore, the upcoming concerts of his solo tour in the United States were cancelled. Here is what was stated in the advertisement:
“Hello, this is ABYSS Company. We regret to inform you that BamBam's first world tour [AREA 52] In the United States, scheduled to take place from February 10 to February 24, 2024, it will inevitably be canceled due to the artist's worsening ankle injury.
The agency added:
“We were excited about the upcoming tour in the United States and were preparing a new song to perform in the United States for the first time. But the artist’s ankle worsened while rehearsing the new song.”
The statement continued:
“After numerous discussions, we have reached the difficult decision to cancel the US tour, as continuing with the original schedule was deemed inappropriate for the artist's well-being. We extend our deepest gratitude to all the fans who have shown great interest in the tour. I sincerely apologize for any disappointment caused by the cancellation of this highly anticipated tour.” “
The statement concluded by informing fans of the procedures for refunding their tickets, and also included an apology for canceling tour dates at the last minute.
The agency concluded:
“Tickets for the show and VIP package will be fully refunded, and detailed information will be announced by the US promoter, Knowmerce, on his official social media channel (@fromm_store). Once again, we express our sincere apologies to all fans who have waited for the US tour and ask for your understanding regarding “Unfortunate news. Thank you.”
Fans took to social media to express their concern and love for the idol after the announcement.
Following the news, fans were hoping for Bambam's speedy recovery while reassuring him that they are willing to wait for his safe return no matter how long it takes.