- Music
- 14 Apr 16
Ringo Starr Cancels North Carolina Gig Over Anti-LGBT Law
The former Beatles bandmember has followed in the footsteps of Bruce Bringsteen who cancelled his show for the same reasons
Ringo Starr has cancelled a gig in North Carolina in protest against what he deems as discriminatory new laws in the US state.
The former Beatles drummer's actions is following in the footsteps of Bruce Springsteen, who also pulled out of a show in the state over its controversial HB2 bill.
North Carolina's new laws require individuals to use bathrooms corresponding to their biological sex, which some have seen as discriminatory towards trans people. The laws also impact on local government's ability to pass anti-discrimination laws.
Starr, who was due to perform in Cary, North Carolina on June 18, says in a statement: "I’m sorry to disappoint my fans in the area, but we need to take a stand against this hatred. Spread peace and love."
He added: "How sad that they feel this group of people cannot be defended."
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