BBC issues a statement as Lana Del Rey fans fume over star's Glastonbury 'snub'

25 June 2023 , 16:50

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BBC issues a statement as Lana Del Rey fans fume over star's Glastonbury 'snub'

BBC bosses have released a statement following Lana Del Rey's chaotic Glastonbury performance last night.

The Video Games singer, 38, headline the Other Stage on Saturday night, however, those hoping to catch up on her performance were left wondering why they couldn't find it on BBC Iplayer catch up.

While on stage, Lana unfortunately had her microphone completely cut off during the set as she hit curfew after taking to the stage 30 minutes late.

Lana left festival-goers eagerly awaiting her arrival as she was due to take to the stage at 10.30pm, but she didn't arrive on stage at Worthy Farm until 11pm.

Taking to Twitter to share their frustrations, Glastonbury fans hit out at BBC bosses.

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Lana Del Rey's chaotic Glastonbury set has sent tongues wagging (WireImage)

"Is the #lanadelrey set going to be on BBC #glastonbury #iPlayer? Still not gone live. Or is she on the naughty step?," one questioned.

"Why is Lana Del Rey's set not on iPlayer? She was a headliner," another complained.

While a third wrote: "So disappointing that Lana's set isn't on iplayer. Leaving us in the dirt here."

However, the BBC have now released a statement on the matter as a spokesperson said: “Lana Del Rey’s set was broadcast in full on Saturday night and we are delighted that we can include selected tracks as part of our on-demand offer on BBC iPlayer, as agreed with the artist.”

As the clock stroked midnight, Lana's mic was cut off.

Lana was close to tears after her set at Glastonbury was cut short (WireImage)

Lana angered fans after turning up late for her headline set at Glastonbury (Getty Images)

The image of Lana on the big screen was then replaced with an advert for the festivals Arcadia stage popped up as Skepta B2B Jammer's performance began in a brutal dig.

Despite losing power, Lana was seen pleading with a someone at the side of the stage – perhaps asking for power to be restored.

Despite Glastonbury's strict curfew on the big stages Lana refused to leave and kept the audience entertained as she began to sing her hit Video Games with the crowd at The Other Stage joining in.

However, some fans couldn't help but feel disappointed as one told the Mirror: "It was beyond a joke. She had a headline set and ruined it by being late. I’m gutted we didn’t get to hear her full setlist."

Ashleigh Rainbird