Janet Jackson has officially withdrawn from headlining the 2024 DStv Delicious Festival.
Story Summary:
- Janet Jackson has pulled out of the 2024 DStv Delicious Festival.
- Janet’s management expressed her appreciation for her fans’ support during this difficult time.
- The festival organisers are working to secure a new headliner.
Janet Jackson cancels DStv Delicious Festival – Here’s why
The legendary pop icon’s decision comes in the wake of her brother, Tito Jackson’s passing, which occurred just days ago.
Janet, understandably, has chosen to prioritise her family during this difficult time.
In a statement from her management team, it was shared:
“Janet’s brother Tito passed away this past Sunday. For obvious reasons, Janet has to cancel her performance at the DStv Delicious Festival to be with family. Management is making plans to come back next year. Janet also wishes to thank all of her South African fans for the warm and heartfelt support she’s receiving at this difficult time.”
Jackson, who was expected to be a major draw for the festival, has promised her fans in South Africa that she will make every effort to perform at the next year’s event.
The festival’s management team is working diligently to find a suitable replacement headliner and has reassured ticket holders that the 2024 edition will still offer an incredible celebration of music, food, and culture.
Despite Janet’s absence, the DStv Delicious Festival continues to promise an unforgettable weekend of live performances, culinary delights, and artistic showcases, featuring renowned local talent such as Thandiswa Mazwai, Sjava, and the Soweto Gospel Choir.
Ticket exchanges and festival updates
For fans who had secured tickets for Janet Jackson’s Saturday, 21 September 2024, performance, the festival organisers have set up an option to exchange tickets for the Sunday event featuring Grammy Award-winner Jill Scott.
Ticketmaster will have this option available until 23:59 on Wednesday, 18 September 2024, subject to availability.
Ticket holders can follow the link provided on the Ticketmaster website to activate the exchange option.
For those who prefer to retain their Saturday tickets, they will remain valid, and further updates will be provided regarding the new headliner.