Ella Langley cancels concert in Tulsa due to bomb threat, prioritizes fan safety

<p>Ella Langley canceled her concert in Tulsa, Oklahoma, due to a reported bomb threat. The 27-year-old country artist addressed the cancellation while performing in Lubbock, Texas, one day after calling off her sold-out show at Tulsa's BOK Center.</p><p>Langley expressed her emotions regarding the decision, stating that despite police finding no credible threat, she prioritized the safety of her fans. "I was put in charge of a decision for 15,000 people and I decided to make the decision that I could live with the rest of my life," she told the audience at the United Supermarkets Arena, according to reports.</p><p>She emphasized the importance of safety, saying, "But the second, it feels like it's not, I'm not doing it. I'm not doing it because a concert's not worth a human life. It's not." Langley reiterated her stance, stating she would make the same decision again if faced with a similar situation.</p><p>Langley explained that while she values her career, the safety of her fans is paramount. "What's the most important thing in this life is the people around you that love you and that are there for you no matter what," she said.</p><p>She mentioned that she nearly canceled her Texas concert due to the distress from the incident but felt compelled to perform due to her faith. "If it wasn't for Him, I would have canceled this show tonight," she said, referring to her faith in Jesus.</p><p>Langley expressed gratitude to her fans for attending the Texas show despite the previous incident, acknowledging the fear it caused. "I know yesterday was scary, it was scary for all of us," she stated.</p><p>Langley announced the cancellation of the Tulsa concert on Instagram about two hours before it was scheduled to begin, citing a serious security threat. She stated that the decision was made under the advisement of local authorities, venue officials, and her security team.</p><p>The BOK Center also released a statement prioritizing the safety and well-being of everyone involved, apologizing for the disappointment caused by the cancellation. The Tulsa Police Department later confirmed that they found no credible threat after conducting security sweeps before the concert.</p><p>In a video, Tulsa Police Capt. Richard Meulenberg stated that officers did not find any credible threat and emphasized that they did not recommend canceling the concert. The incident remains under investigation, with the FBI assisting.</p><p>The canceled concert was part of Langley's "The Dandelion Tour" in support of her second studio album, "Dandelion," which began on May 7 in Toledo, Ohio, and was extended with additional dates.</p>