Eurovision runner-up Sam Ryder cancels performance at Belladrum Tartan Heart Festival near Beauly due to illness.
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UK Eurovision star Sam Ryder has cancelled tonight's performance at the Belladrum festival due to illness.
The musician, who was runner up in this year's Eurovision with his song Space Man, was due to appear at the festival on the Hot House stage.
A post on the festival site stated: "Unfortunately Sam Ryder has had to cancel his appearance this evening at Bella due to illness.
"On the positive side we are delighted to confirm that he will join us on the Garden Stage in 2023!
"We all wish Sam a speedy recovery and look forward seeing him next year.
"Watch this space for the announcement of our special guest Hot House headliner."
The star was due to wow fans on the festival’s Hot House stage at 9.45pm tonight.
A statement on the festival’s social media announced the last-minute change this afternoon: “Unfortunately Sam Ryder has had to cancel his appearance this evening at Bella due to illness. On the positive side we are delighted to confirm that he will join us on the Garden Stage in 2023!
