Standing Firm: Inner circle hits back at health scares

Immediately following her stage speech, speculation mounted online that her mid-tour announcement and West End exit were due to a hidden medical crisis. Those within her camp fiercely hit back before the night was over.

Speaking to Vulture, a touring insider strongly defended the star's immense work ethic and physical stamina, stating: "She performs a very physical show... and performs healthily and successfully at a very high level night after night," clarifying that the step back was entirely about boundary-setting.