It’s always the provincial shows that seem to bear the brunt of a performer’s illness. The pop star Pink has been forced to pull out of a date in Birmingham, but – surprise, surprise – has assured fans that she’ll be fit and ready to go again when she gets down to London’s O2 Arena tomorrow night (April 24, 2013).

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Pink performing on the first night of her aborted Birmingham residency

“With deepest regrets I had to cancel my first show of the tour tonight in Birmingham,” she wrote on her Twitter, going on to explain “I have an ear and respiratory infection. I am not a person that takes cancellations lightly and I apologize to anyone who was inconvenienced by my illness. Thanks to all my genuine people out there sending love.” A statement was also published on the 33 year-old singer’s website, which read: “It is with great regret that P!nk has been forced to postpone her concert tonight at Birmingham's LG Arena. After seeking medical advice this afternoon she has been advised that she cannot perform tonight. The promoters have asked ticket holders for tonight's show to retain their tickets. Further announcements regarding a replacement date will follow. All other UK dates on The Truth About Love Tour will not be affected.”

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What do you reckon readers? She looks alright to us

Pink had performed at the LG Arena the previous night on Sunday, and as our pictures show, she seemed in fine fettle during it. Nevertheless, we wish the star all the best with her health as she gears up for London later this week.

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Pink brought the party on Sunday night