Music legend Gary Numan experienced an emotional moment during his concert at the O2 Academy in Birmingham. The 67-year-old singer broke down on stage, visibly distressed after receiving what he termed the “worst news ever” earlier that day.
Emotional Breakdown at Performance
While performing his song “Please Push No More” on Saturday, November 15, Numan became overwhelmed. His wife, Gemma, rushed to the stage to comfort him as he struggled to continue. He shared with the audience that he would reveal the nature of the troubling news in a few days after he had time to process it.
Support from Fans
The incident prompted widespread concern among fans, who took to social media to express their worry. Many highlighted his professionalism in continuing the performance despite his emotional state. Comments included:
- “Rough to see him so upset during PPNM – Can’t be good. Absolute pro to battle on.”
- “Hope he’s ok! He’s heard something today but said it’ll all come out in a few days.”
- “Sending love to Gary after hearing he struggled during the Birmingham show.”
One fan commended his bravery, stating, “Hats off to Gary!! Imagine having bad news and still coming on stage to perform.” Another attendee noted the emotional weight of the show and expressed their hope that the news wasn’t related to health concerns within his family.
Upcoming Performances
The Birmingham concert was part of Gary Numan’s Telekon tour, celebrating the 45th anniversary of his 1980 album, which reached number one in the UK charts. Following the Birmingham performance, Numan is scheduled to continue his tour with a concert in Bristol.
Personal Life
Gary Numan has been married to Gemma for 30 years. The couple, who met in 1997, have three daughters. The family has resided in Santa Monica, California, since 2012. Notably, one of their daughters contributed vocals to Numan’s 2017 song “My Name Is Ruin” at the young age of 11.
While Gary has not commented on the distressing events during his Birmingham performance via social media, fans remain hopeful for more information in the coming days.
