Frank Ocean was forced to cancel his headlining appearance this weekend.
The Lost hitmaker, 35, suffered a ‘serious ankle injury’ resulting in last-minute changes to his set.
Frank – real name Christopher Francis Ocean – was involved in a bike accident, with sources telling Metro.co.uk that the incident occurred while he was at the festival rehearsing.
A close insider expressed that, while Frank wasn’t on stage when he was hurt, the mishap involved bikes used to
Now it has been confirmed that the Thinkin Bout You musician will not be returning to the stage.
A statement shared with read: ‘Frank Ocean will not be performing at weekend 2 of Coachella.
‘After suffering an injury to his leg on festival grounds in the week leading up to weekend 1. Frank Ocean was unable to perform the intended show but was still intent on performing, and in 72 hours, the show was reworked out of necessity.’
The statement continued: ‘On doctor’s advice, ARTIST is not able to perform weekend 2 due to two fractures and a sprain in his left leg.’
The publication also revealed that rock band Blink-182 will be taking Frank’s headlining slot this Sunday [April 23].
This comes after frustrated fans fumed after the .
While some expressed their annoyance, singer behind the Pyramids hitmaker on Tuesday and called his artistry ‘unmatched’.
Sharing a photo of Frank onstage over the weekend, Justin wrote: ‘I was blown away by Frank Ocean’s Coachella performance. His artistry is simply unmatched, his style, his taste, his voice, his attention to detail.’
The Baby crooner added: ‘I was deeply moved. It made me want to keep going and get better as an artist. He continues to set the bar high and gave me a night I will never forget! Thanks Frank.’
