Lola Young collapses on stage at NYC festival after canceling concert for mental health

Lola Young collapsed on stage Saturday at All Things Go Music Festival in New York City, interrupting a performance of her hit Conceited at Forest Hills Stadium. A medical team carried the 24-year-old singer off the stage as the crowd cheered in support, according to People. Reps for Young and the festival did not immediately respond to requests for comment from Page Six.

Earlier in the week, Young canceled a Friday performance at Audacy’s We Can Survive show, TMZ reported, with her manager Nick Shymansky posting that the move was due to a sensitive matter and that protective measures are sometimes taken to keep her safe. He offered apologies for the inconvenience to fans and emphasized Young’s openness about her mental health.

The incident follows years of public discussion from Young about her mental health and personal challenges. Born with a public image shaped by her music and activism, she was diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder at age 17, a detail she has discussed in interviews. In August, she spoke with the Guardian about the difficulty of touring while managing long-standing health issues, saying the experience has required internal healing and occasional time away from the road to focus on herself. She has described her journey as ongoing and deeply personal, emphasizing the importance of empathy for others facing similar struggles.

In March, Young also opened up about managing ADHD, sharing that she started taking Concerta about six months earlier and that the medication had significantly helped her thought processes and mood. She told the Daily Mail that the approach to health should be holistic and that physical health and mental health must be viewed on par with one another. These disclosures have underscored a broader conversation in the entertainment industry about supporting performers with complex health needs as they navigate demanding touring schedules.

The Saturday collapse at All Things Go adds another chapter to the ongoing visibility of mental health in the music world. While the exact circumstances surrounding the stage incident remain under consideration, the episode follows an earlier day of canceled appearances linked to Young’s health and well-being. TMZ and Page Six have reported on the timeline, including the manager’s communications and the festival’s lack of immediate public comment.

As the story develops, industry observers note that all parties involved—Young, her management team, and event organizers—face the challenge of balancing performance commitments with verified health concerns. Advocates point to the importance of clear, timely updates from representatives during such incidents to keep fans informed and to reinforce the message that health comes first. The broader cultural conversation around mental health in pop and hip-hop communities continues to evolve, with artists increasingly using their platforms to address health issues openly and seek supportive, long-term care.

As Young recovers, the music industry will likely reassess support structures for performers facing similar challenges. The All Things Go Festival, which brings together multiple contemporary acts, has not issued a public update on Young’s condition at the time of this reporting. Fans and colleagues alike have expressed concern and extended well-wishes via social media and coverage across outlets, underscoring how personal health episodes intersect with public performance in high-profile careers.