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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Shahana Yasmin

Eric Clapton ends concert early after fan throws object on stage

  • Eric Clapton ended a concert in Madrid early after being struck by a vinyl record thrown from the audience.
  • The incident occurred after he performed “Cocaine” at the Movistar Arena, leading him to skip the planned encore performance.
  • This was the 81-year-old guitarist's first appearance in the Spanish capital in 25 years.
  • Fans on social media criticised the individual who threw the object and expressed frustration over the concert's premature end.
  • The incident follows a recent trend of performers, including Bebe Rexha, Harry Styles, and Pink, being hit by objects thrown by audience members during concerts.

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