Paloma Faith fans ask if singer has raided Sam Smith's wardrobe for Coronation concert

Sam Smith is explaining why they had to abruptly end their latest show.

Sam Smith has cancelled a number of UK shows due to a vocal injury. This follows the abrupt end to their Manchester show on Wednesday, just four songs into the set.The singer left the stage suddenly at the show on Wednesday and the venue was plunged into darkness, leaving fans in confusion.

Sam Smith teased a mysterious collaboration with Madonna yesterday (May 24), just hours before the singer was forced to cancel their Manchester gig only four songs in.A video clip posted to social media at 5pm featured audio of Smith and Madonna saying “Sam and Madonna”, while corresponding text flashed on a black screen.In a tweet posted shortly after, Smith wrote: “Manchester, we’ve got a surprise for you this evening. ‘Unholy’ won’t be the last song….”pic.twitter.com/sNcfEetuQO— SAM SMITH (@samsmith) May 24, 2023pic.twitter.com/uKGWErIONS— SAM SMITH (@samsmith) May 24, 2023It’s unknown if the two teasers were linked in any way, and Smith was forced to put a stop to the gig at Manchester’s AO Arena in the evening after suffering vocal issues.The singer later issued an apology to fans for cancelling the gig four songs in, also confirming that two more of their shows will not go ahead as planned.The pop singer kicked off the show with ‘Stay With Me’, followed by ‘I’m Not The Only One’, ‘Like I Can’ and ‘Too Good At Goodbyes’.From there, however, Smith left the stage for an extended period and the lights were temporarily dimmed.“Dearest sailors, I don’t know what to say honestly,” Smith began the statement posted to social media.

Sam Smith just dropped a major surprise on social media.

Sam Smith is "heartbroken" after having to cancel their concert at Manchester's AO Arena due to voice issues, which left some fans on edge. The popular 31-year-old singer has embarked on a multiple-stop tour in support of their fourth studio album, Gloria. After the fourth song during Wednesday's show, they stopped and the lights in the arena went off, plunging the audience into darkness.

Sam Smith has issued a statement, apologising to fans for cancelling their Manchester concert four songs in.The ‘Unholy’ singer was just shortly into their concert in Manchester’s AO Arena last night (May 24) when the remainder of the show was suddenly cancelled.Playing to a packed audience, the popstar kicked off the show with a rendition of their 2014 breakout hit ‘Stay With Me’, before launching into performances of ‘I’m Not The Only One’, ‘Like I Can’ and ‘Too Good At Goodbyes’. From there, however, Smith left the stage for an extended period and the lights were temporarily dimmed.While some audience members initially took to social media to speculate if the issues were due to a power cut (via Manchester Evening News), they were later informed that the show had ended due to “vocal issues”, and instructed to leave the arena.Now, the ‘I’m Not Here To Make Friends’ singer has taken to social media to apologise for the show’s abrupt cancellation — and explain to fans that they recently battled a virus.“Dearest sailors, I don’t know what to say honestly,” Smith began.

Sam Smith was forced to cancel their Manchester gig after only three songs due to issues with their voice.

Sam Smith has issued a public statement after their concert was suddenly cancelled during the performance at the AO Arena in Manchester on Wednesday night (May 24).

Sam Smith fans were left 'fuming' and 'gutted' on Wednesday night (May 24) after their performance was suddenly cancelled four songs in, as thousands at the sold out show were told to leave.

If you had not already had enough royal glitz and glamour, Buckingham Palace delivered on their promise of "global music icons and contemporary stars" for the king's coronation concert. It was staged on the East Lawn of Windsor Castle, the first time a concert has been held on the grounds. Take That, Katy Perry and Lionel Richie are among the acts who had been announced on the lineup.

Lionel Richie and Nicole Scherzinger are putting on a fabulous show!

Andrea Bocelli gave the newly crowned King Charles III exactly what he wanted with a stunning performance of a special song at the grand coronation ceremony on Sunday.

Zoe Ball has tweeted her upset at missing out on the Coronation Concert this evening because of a sickness bug. The star was due to attend the bash to celebrate our new King and Queen for Radio 2, with Dermot O'Leary and Scott Mills now representing the station. "absolutely gutted… the sickness bug has got me," she penned on social media this morning.

Andrea Bocelli gave the newly crowned King Charles III exactly what he wanted with a stunning performance of a special song at the grand coronation ceremony on Sunday.Ahead of the performance at Windsor Castle, Bocelli spoke with ET's Kevin Frazier about the event and the song he performed with fellow opera legend Sir Bryn Terfel.«The king asked for the song, 'You Will Never Walk Alone,'» Bocelli explained. «I think he likes this song also for the meaning… 'You Will Never Walk Alone' means you will never be alone.

Lionel Richie confused viewers with his 'unrecognisable' voice as he took to the stage for the Coronation Concert. The 73-year-old singing superstar was one of the big names performing for the newly crowned King Charles III and Queen Camilla at Windsor Castle.

One minute it was there, the next the news at 10 was on. The ending of tonight’s Coronation Concert at Windsor Castle has left many scratching their heads and checking they hadn’t switched channels by accident.

Prince Andrew is among the members of the royal family to attend the Coronation Concert at Windsor Castle this evening. The Duke of York sat next to his ex-wife, Sarah Ferguson, the Duchess of York.

Kate Middleton gave a nod to King Charles’ eco-conscious mindset by recycling her beloved Alexander McQueen suit as she attended the Coronation Concert at Windsor Castle on May 7.The Princess of Wales, who stepped out earlier in the day wearing a powder blue jacket and trousers, wowed onlookers as she opted for a stunning red Alexander McQueen power suit which she was last seen wearing back in January.The asymmetric tailored crepe suit jacket features a contemporary asymmetric fitted lapel and comes in at a pricey £1,590, according to fashion retailer Matches Fashion.To complete the head-to-toe red look, stylish Kate wore a pair of wide leg trousers in a matching hue, giving the look a very chic and contemporary feel. Meanwhile, 41 year old Kate accessorised the look with the Magic Alhambra necklace from Van Cleef and Arpels which comes in at £9,550 - an item which she has been spotted wearing on other occasions.To finish off the look, Kate wore her hair in her signature loose bouncy blow dry and natural looking make-up.

King Charles' Coronation ceremony yesterday was a demure occasion which required all guests to follow royal protocol when it came to their style choices.Tonight, for the Coronation concert, the atmosphere is much more relaxed – something that can be easily gathered from the stars arriving to watch the show. Heart Breakfast's Amanda Holden is leading the glamour in a bold pink suit that screams Barbiecore. In typical Amanda fashion, she's given her ensemble a bit of a risky edge by colour-clashing the bright suit with an exposed neon orange bralette.

Britain's Got Talent judge Amanda Holden had flashbulbs popping as she arrived for tonight's Coronation Concert in a dazzling pink suit. The star turned heads in her hot pink outfit as she walked the red carpet at the historic event at Windsor Castle which will feature artists including Katy Perry and Take That.