Charli XCX ‘Devastated’ By Canceled ‘Saturday Night Life’ Performance

Charli XCX is no longer the musical guest on tonight’s episode of “SNL.”

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In fact, there will not be any music guest on tonight’s episode.

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“SNL” tweeted earlier today that they were working with a “limited cast and crew” due to COVID concerns.

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Charli tweeted that the performance won’t be able to go ahead “due to the limited crew.”

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“I am devastated and heartbroken,” she continued.

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“It can’t happen this time but I’ll be back!” she added.

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She also squashed rumors that she had tested positive for COVID-19.

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“I am currently safe and healthy but of course very sad,” she wrote.

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She concluded her message by telling her fans “make sure you get vaccinated if you haven’t already.”

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