‘Unbelievably sorry’ UK pop star cancels gigs and headline festival show to ‘seek help for substance abuse & depression’

ALFIE Templeman has cancelled a string of gigs and his headline performance at 110 Above Festival to seek “serious help for substance abuse issues and depression”. The singer, 23, took to social media to apologise to his fans as he made the honest confession over why he will be taking a step back from the spotlight. Alfie Templeman has been forced to cancel a string of performances Credit: WireImage The singer shared a very honest statement confessing he was seeking help for ‘substance abuse and depression’ Credit: Instagram In a statement Alfie wrote: “Hey folks, unfortunately my current mental state is making it impossible for me to be able to perform the shows I have scheduled next month. “I now realise how important it is for me to go and get serious help for the substance abuse issues and depression I’ve suffered from in recent years. Sign up for the Showbiz newsletter Thank you! “I’m unbelievably sorry to all of you that were looking forward to my performances, and I promise that once I’m better you’ll see a lot more of me again.” The Happiness in Liquid Form hitmaker added: “You just never really know what’s going on in someone’s head. More on festivals and tours “Be kind to one another. Love you all and see you soon.” Fans rushed to send messages of support to Alfie, with one writing: “Taking care of yourself is the most important thing to do.” Another said: “Your health comes first, I hope things get better.” And a third added: “Take as long as you need Alfie, we will all be here waiting when you are able to return.” Most read in Showbiz In other festival and music tour news, yesterday Barry Manilow was forced to cancel a concert – just hours before he was due onstage, amid his ongoing health battle. The legendary crooner, 83, was diagnosed with cancer last year, and even had an operation to remove part of his lung. Comment now