Australian pub rock legend Paul Kelly, 68, was hospitalised over the weekend after a fan threw a bucket of scalding hot gravy on stage during his performance at the Betoota Heights charity concert.
This alarming event follows a troubling trend where musicians are frequently targeted by random objects while performing. Over the last two months, artists such as Bebe Rexha, Harry Styles, Lil Nas X, Ava Max, and P!nk have all experienced similar incidents in the United States.
"Australian pub rock icon Paul Kelly [68] has been hospitalised over the weekend, after a ‘fan’ thought they’d show some love by throwing an entire bucket of blistering hot gravy sauce on stage, while he performed at the Betoota Heights charity concert."
The recent spikes in assaults on performers have raised serious concerns about fan conduct and the safety of artists during live events.
All have been targeted by various objects while performing on stage.
The disturbing pattern of fans attacking musicians on stage escalated with Paul Kelly’s hospitalization, highlighting urgent needs for better concert security and respect for performers.