Drake cancels Young Money Reunion show, tests positive for COVID

Drake was forced to put his highly anticipated Young Money Reunion show on the back burner after testing positive for COVID-19.

The “God’s Plan” hitmaker was set to share the stage with Nicki Minaj and Lil Wayne Monday night on day three of his October World Weekend event in his hometown of Toronto, Canada.

Drake broke the bad news to fans on his Instagram story, saying he was “really devastated” that he tested positive for the virus.

The 35-year-old rapper promised to move the show on the “quickest possible date”.

“I will keep the city updated and share the new date when we get it locked,” he continued, adding: “Until then, I hope everyone stays safe and healthy and I love you all.”

“I love you all and I’m sorry I let you down on our weekend together and the moment I test negative I’ll give you everything I got on the podium (except the Covid),” he added. up.

Drake broke the bad news to fans on his Instagram story.
Drake broke the bad news to fans on his Instagram story.
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Drake’s festival kicked off Thursday with an “All Canadian North Stars” night at his History nightclub.

The rapper surprised the audience with a performance by fellow Canadian singer Nelly Furtado. The performance was her first in five years.

Lil Wayne, Nicki Minaj and Drake were scheduled to perform Monday night.
Lil Wayne, Nicki Minaj and Drake were scheduled to perform Monday night.
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Chris Brown and Lil Baby performed Friday night at Budweiser Stage as part of the duo’s “One of Them Ones” tour.

Drake, Minaj and Lil Wayne were scheduled to perform Monday night.

The trio first collaborated on the 2009 hit song “BedRock” alongside Gudda Gudda, Tyga, Jae Millz and Lloyd.

Since then, they’ve released a handful of songs together, including “Only” featuring Brown from 2014 and “Truffle Butter” on Minaj’s album.

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