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Bryan Adams, Chris Tucker and D.L. Hughley cancel shows due to Hurricane Irma

Category 4 Hurricane Irma hasn’t only disrupted vacation plans, it has also cancelled or postponed several concerts in Florida.

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Canadian rock legend Bryan Adams announced on his official website: “Due to the uncertainty of Hurricane Irma and for concert-goers’ safety, Bryan Adams’ shows at Bayfront Park Miami on Sept. 8, Daily’s Place Jacksonville on Sept. 9 and Coachman Park, Clearwater, on Sept. 10 have been postponed. Stay tuned for the announcement of the new dates. Tickets will be honoured at the new date or refunds can be issued from point of purchase.” 

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A follow-up tweet by the Ontario native read:

Adams wasn’t the only performer who had to halt his show. Stand-up comedians Chris Tucker and D.L. Hughley were also scheduled to perform together at Amalie Arena. The performance has since been moved to Oct. 7.

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Other shows reported to be cancelled according to local publication Tampa Bay Times include comedian Ben Glieb, indie rock band Modest Mouse and Grammy-winning country artist Steve Earle & The Dukes.

Hurricane Irma is reported to make its way into Florida this weekend and ravaging a number of Caribbean islands.

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