Lola Young Plans Gradual Return to Performing in 2026

Lola Young, the 24-year-old British singer known for her breakout hit "Messy," announced on Saturday that she plans to gradually return to performing in the new year, three months after collapsing onstage during a festival in New York City and canceling her tour dates.

The incident occurred in September at the All Things Go Music Festival in Forest Hills Stadium, where Young was seen swaying unsteadily while singing before falling backward. Videos of the moment quickly spread online, prompting concern among fans. Earlier that year, during a performance at Coachella, Young had abruptly left the stage after appearing to gag and feeling ill. Following the New York collapse, she initially canceled only her scheduled appearance at All Things Go in Washington, D.C., but soon announced a broader hiatus, pulling out of all remaining shows. Those included dates in England and Scotland in October, followed by performances in the United States, Mexico, and Canada in November and December, as well as planned concerts in South America and Europe in 2026.

In her Instagram post, Young's first public message in months, she expressed appreciation for the support she received during her time...