The Weeknd Pulls Out of Rihanna’s “ANTI World Tour”

By Ni'Kesia Pannell on Mar 23, 2016

Things aren’t looking as if they’re “Work”ing too well for Rihanna when it comes to her “ANTI World Tour.” After pushing back the initial tour kickoff date and rumors of under performing ticket sales being murmured about, it has now been revealed that her European leg tour mate, The Weeknd, has pulled out of the tour.

“Due to some unforeseen changes with upcoming projects, The Weeknd will no longer be joining Rihanna on her upcoming international “ANTI World Tour,” the promoters said in a statement (via NME).

Prior to the start of her tour, Ms. Fenty announced in November that the Canadian singer, along with Detroit-bred rapper Big Sean, would be joining her during her European stint. No word has been given on whether or not this effects Big Sean’s collaboration with RiRi, or if there will be a replacement for The Weeknd throughout the tour.

Ni'Kesia Pannell

Ni'Kesia has previously held the titles of Managing Editor, Assistant Editor and — most recently — Editor-in-Chief for ThisIsRnB.com. She is an Atlanta-based entrepreneur and on-air lifestyle expert, and has contributed for reputable publications such as ESSENCE, Teen Vogue, Allure, INSIDER, Business Insider, Lonely Planet and more. She currently serves as a contributing editor and consultant for TIRNB. Stay connected with her on social media at @kesi_p.