Country artist Morgan Wallen was scheduled to perform at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium at the University of Mississippi, but concerns arose after he was arrested in Nashville for allegedly throwing a chair over a balcony. The university has not received any official information about a potential cancellation, but they are closely monitoring the situation. Wallen previously canceled a show in Mississippi due to vocal rest, prompting a class action lawsuit from concertgoers seeking reimbursement for expenses such as transportation and lodging, which was later dismissed.
Following the recent arrest, Wallen was charged with reckless endangerment and disorderly conduct after an incident at Eric Church’s Chief’s Bar, where a chair was reportedly thrown from a rooftop. Wallen’s lawyer confirmed his full cooperation with authorities, and he was released on a $15,250 bond. This is not the first time Wallen has faced controversy, as he was previously arrested for public intoxication and disorderly conduct outside Kid Rock’s bar, and he was disinvited from appearing on Saturday Night Live for breaking COVID-19 protocols.
In response to the backlash from using a racial slur in videos that surfaced in February 2021, Wallen’s record label suspended him indefinitely and his album was deemed ineligible for the Academy of Country Music Awards. However, he issued an apology video asking fans not to defend his actions and shared his plans to meet with the Nashville chapter of the NAACP to learn and grow from the experience. These events occurred shortly after his ex-fiancée, Katie “KT” Smith, announced her marriage to Luke Scornavacco just days after their engagement.
The recent arrest at Chief’s Bar is the latest in a series of controversies surrounding Wallen, who has faced backlash for past incidents involving disorderly conduct and misconduct. The University of Mississippi is on alert for a potential cancellation of Wallen’s performance, but they have not received any official word. Wallen’s lawyer has confirmed that he is cooperating with authorities and will appear in court on a specified date. This incident follows Wallen’s previous arrest at Kid Rock’s bar and his subsequent suspension from Saturday Night Live for breaking COVID-19 protocols.
Despite facing backlash for his actions, including the use of a racial slur in videos that emerged online, Wallen has expressed a desire to learn and grow from the experience. His record label suspended him indefinitely, and his album was not eligible for awards consideration as a result. Wallen has faced a series of controversies over the years, including previous arrests and cancellations, but he continues to express remorse for his actions and work towards personal growth. The situation with Wallen’s upcoming performance at the University of Mississippi remains uncertain, pending any official announcements or decisions regarding the event.
