The Weeknd has been changed by Cardi B at International Citizen Pageant this weekend, because the star pulls out “on account of private causes”.
The Weeknd will not carry out at this weekend’s International Citizen Pageant
The Blinding Lights hitmaker was on account of play the annual fundraising occasion for poverty and local weather change at Central Park in New York this Saturday (27.09.25).
Nonetheless, he has been pressured to cancel his deliberate efficiency.
In a press release, The Weeknd – whose actual title is Abel Tesfaye – mentioned: “I remorse to share that, on account of private causes, I’m unable to carry out at International Citizen. Thanks to my followers for taking motion with them, as I consider of their mission deeply. Thanks to your understanding and assist.”
As an alternative, Cardi, who has simply dropped her newest album Am I The Drama?, will take his place.
She mentioned: “Central Park, I’m coming for you!!!
“I can’t wait to be dwelling in New York, and to deliver my new songs and all of the DRAMA to the International Citizen Pageant.
“This one’s not like different music festivals — this one is about coming collectively to assist kids all over the world, and I’m so proud to assist such an necessary trigger.
“New York Metropolis — see you Saturday. Let’s get it!!!”
International Citizen co-founder and CEO Hugh Evans commented: “We’re extremely grateful to Cardi B, who has joined the International Citizen Pageant line-up. She’s an excellent performer, who will gentle up Central Park in spectacular trend. We want the Weeknd assist and wish to thank him and his followers for all taking motion with us to assist finish excessive poverty.”
International Citizen ambassador Hugh Jackman will host the fundraiser, with Cardi becoming a member of a musical lineup that features Shakira, Tyla, Ayra Starr, Mariah the Scientist, Camilo and Elyanna.
This yr’s occasion goals to supply vitality entry for 1,000,000 folks throughout Africa, defend 30 million hectares of the Amazon Rainforest, and supply entry to schooling for 30,000 kids globally.
