ELO's Jeff Lynne "heartbroken" as he cancels final ever show at BST Hyde Park: Full statement

12 July 2025, 15:44

Jeff Lynne's Electric Light Orchestra have sadly announced they will no longer be performing at BST Hyde Park in London tomorrow (July 13th).

Jeff Lynne, 77, who was due to headline the event on Sunday, has pulled out on the advice of doctors following a “systemic infection”.

A statement read: "Jeff Lynne is heartbroken to report that he will not be able to perform at tomorrow’s BST Hyde Park show.

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"Jeff has been battling a systemic infection and is currently in the care of a team of doctors who have advised him that performing is simply not possible at this time nor will he be able to reschedule.

"The legacy of the band and his longtime fans are foremost in Jeff’s mind today - and while he is so sorry that he cannot perform, he knows that he must focus on his health and rehabilitation at this time."

The sad news comes after ELO pulled out of a performance at Manchester’s Co-Op Live at the last minute on July 10th.

The gig was meant to be Jeff and ELO's final ever show. It is currently unknown if they will be able to reschedule at a later date while he focuses on his recovery.

Information regarding refunds for the event can be found here.

ELO are best known for their iconic songs like 'Mr Blue Sky', 'Don't Let Me Down' and 'Last Train to London'.