Fans of Professor Green were gutted after the rapper was a no-show at Chester 7’s concert last weekend.

Now, several days later, he offered an emotional explanation.

Last Saturday, the British chart-topper, who rose to fame in the early 2010s, was due to take to the stage at Winnington Rugby Club, Northwich, Cheshire, as the headline act.

The crowd eagerly anticipated his arrival ahead of his 9pm slot but were disappointed as they were informed of a last-minute switch-up.

With just minutes to go, the organiser received a message whilst standing outside waiting for him – right on 9 o’clock – that he was unwell and unable to perform.

The 41-year-old ‘Read All About It’ hitmaker’s absence was later detailed by Chester 7 in a social media statement where they wrote: “Due to unforeseen circumstances, Professor Green is unable to perform at Chester 7s tonight.

WWhilst circumstances such as these are outside of our control, we apologise to all our amazing players.

“Officials and guests, and thank you for making Chester 7s 2025 an amazing experience for everyone.”

Professor Green, real name Stephen Manderson, he has now apologised publicly for pulling out of the gig with just moments to spare.

See his Instagram story below:

His emotional confession comes after many felt let done by the rapper after his absence.

Some even took to the comments section of his most recent post after the gig.

@nicola.b_86 wrote: “What happened last night?!? You were booked to headline a festival and then just didn’t show up? Organisers said at the end of the night you hadn’t communicated this to them and just did a no show?”

“Why did you not come to Chester7s?”, @tors56 demanded to know.

@kayleigh_x87 commented t: “@professorgreen you massive let down!! 👎 not impressed 😤”