Nationwide — TLC had to pause their performances this weekend due to a health scare involving Tionne “T-Boz” Watkins, who was hospitalized after experiencing alarming symptoms.The iconic duo, known for hits like “Waterfalls” and “No Scrubs,” consisting of T-Boz and Rozonda “Chilli” Thomas, was scheduled to perform at the Great New York State Fair on Friday evening. However, they had to cancel their show just before it was set to begin. The fair announced on Instagram that T-Boz was experiencing symptoms that were initially believed to be related to food poisoning, leading to the sudden cancellation.
The fair extended its wishes for a speedy recovery, but the situation was more serious than initially thought. On Saturday, TLC clarified that food poisoning was not the cause of T-Boz’s symptoms. In an Instagram story later shared by the fair, TLC explained that T-Boz, 54, had suffered from severe nausea, vomiting, and intense abdominal pain, which prompted immediate medical attention.
According to The Los Angeles Times, after being evaluated by a doctor, T-Boz was taken to the hospital, where she was diagnosed with a significant abdominal blockage. This condition forced TLC to cancel not only the Syracuse show but also a planned performance at the Foxwoods Resort Casino in Connecticut, where they were set to appear with Shaggy.
As T-Boz remained under medical care, with a planned release on Sunday, TLC expressed their regret over the cancellations. Despite the disappointment of some fans who criticized the last-minute notice, many others offered support and understanding for T-Boz’s health situation.
In response to the outcry and in appreciation of their fans’ understanding, TLC apologized for the inconvenience and assured everyone that they are committed to rescheduling the missed performances. The group emphasized that T-Boz’s health was their top priority, and they followed her doctor’s advice to keep her under observation to fully assess her condition.