Jennifer Lopez has made the difficult decision to cancel her highly anticipated “This is Me Now” tour, which was set to begin on June 26. The announcement came from Live Nation on Friday, stating that Lopez is taking a break to spend more time with her children, family, and close friends.
The news follows weeks of speculation about Lopez’s personal life, particularly her relationship with husband Ben Affleck. The couple, who were seen together in Los Angeles on May 30, have not publicly addressed rumors of living apart. Lopez’s solo appearance at the 2024 Met Gala further fueled the rumors.
In a heartfelt message to her fans, Lopez expressed her sorrow over the cancellation. “I am completely heartsick and devastated about letting you down,” she wrote. “Please know that I wouldn’t do this if I didn’t feel that it was absolutely necessary. I promise I will make it up to you and we will all be together again. I love you all so much. Until next time…”
The tour was set to kick off in Orlando and include stops in major cities like Miami, Los Angeles, Toronto, and New York City, before concluding in Houston on August 31. The cancellation affects a total of 30 shows across North America.
For fans who purchased tickets through Ticketmaster, refunds will be processed automatically. Those who bought tickets from third-party vendors like SeatGeek, StubHub, or VividSeats are advised to contact the point of purchase for further instructions.
Lopez’s decision to cancel the tour comes at a time when she is also promoting her new Netflix movie “Atlas,” which was released on May 24. Despite the professional commitments, it appears that personal matters have taken precedence for the pop star.
The “This is Me Now” tour was intended to support Lopez’s new album of the same name, which was released in February. The album, along with a companion musical film “This is Me Now: A Love Story,” was part of a $20 million multimedia project that also included a documentary titled “The Greatest Love Story Never Told.”
The project aimed to explore Lopez’s life and her reunion with Affleck, whom she married in 2022, nearly two decades after their initial split. Despite the ambitious scope of the project, the album debuted at a disappointing No. 38 on the Billboard 200.
Lopez’s fans, affectionately known as ‘JLovers,’ have expressed their support and understanding. Many took to social media to send their love and well-wishes to the singer, hoping for her well-being and a future return to the stage.
The cancellation of the tour also comes amid a broader context of challenges in the live music industry. Many artists have faced difficulties with ticket sales and logistical issues, and Lopez’s tour was no exception. Reports indicated that a significant number of tickets remained unsold for many of the tour dates.
Despite the setback, Lopez remains optimistic about the future. In her message to fans, she promised to make it up to them and hinted at future opportunities to reconnect. “I love you all so much. Until next time…” she wrote, leaving the door open for a possible return.
As Lopez takes this time to focus on her personal life, her fans will undoubtedly be waiting eagerly for her next move. Whether it’s a new album, a film project, or another tour, the pop star’s loyal following will be there to support her every step of the way.
