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James Taylor Speaks Out After Being Cut for Time at Democratic National Convention: ‘Sorry to Disappoint’

James Taylor has reacted to being cut from the 2024 Democratic National Convention. See what he said.

Fans hoping to see James Taylor perform at the Democratic National Convention Monday (Aug. 19) were disappointed as the 76-year-old singer-songwriter was cut for time amid a lengthier-than-planned lineup of speakers — something he addressed in a statement posted to X Tuesday. In his message to fans, Taylor began by saying he was fully prepared to go on stage at the Chicago event, having had a “great rehearsal” prior to his scheduled performance time. A couple hours before Taylor posted his apologies, White House correspondent Christian Datoc shared the DNC’s statement on the last-minute cancelation on X.

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