• Mon. Oct 20th, 2025
Singer Brandy NorwoodBrandy Norwood issued an apology to her fans following the event that unfolded on Saturday. Picture: Instagram@Brandy

What started as a night full of excitement on Saturday, 18 October, 2025, quickly turned into a moment of surprise for fans.

During The Boy Is Mine Tour show at Chicago’s United Center, Brandy suddenly left the stage mid-performance, leaving everyone wondering what was going on.

Here’s the full story:

Brandy and Monica were performing together when Brandy unexpectedly walked off stage and didn’t return. Monica continued the show solo, but fans were left without the much-anticipated duet The Boy Is Mine they had been eagerly waiting to hear live.

Setting the record straight

Feeling it was only right to clear the air, Brandy took to Instagram to share a statement of what really went down, apologising sincerely and promising it won’t happen again.

Here’s the statement she shared with her fans:

Brandy’s statement shedding light on why she suddenly left the stage during her concert with Monica on Saturday. Picture: Instagram@Brandy
Brandy’s statement shedding light on why she suddenly left the stage during her concert with Monica on Saturday. Picture: Instagram@Brandy

Highlights of the tour

But hey, let’s switch gears and focus on the bright side!

Monica and Brandy shared some great shots from the tour while they were on stage together—let’s check out a few highlights:

Brandy and Monica dazzled in chic black and white looks, as they geared up to own the stage. Picture: Instagram@Monicadenise
Brandy and Monica dazzled in chic black and white looks, as they geared up to own the stage. Picture: Instagram@Monicadenise
The legendary duo backstage, mics in hand, ready to captivate the crowd. Picture: Instagram@Monicadenise
The legendary duo backstage, mics in hand, ready to captivate the crowd. Picture: Instagram@Monicadenise
The duo took a seat on stage, rocking their pink outfits as they performed for the crowd. Picture: Instagram@Monicadenise
The duo took a seat on stage, rocking their pink outfits as they performed for the crowd. Picture: Instagram@Monicadenise
Monica brought serious hip-hop vibes as she took the stage solo with confidence and style. Picture: Instagram@Monicadenise
Monica brought serious hip-hop vibes as she took the stage solo with confidence and style. Picture: Instagram@Monicadenise
Brandy and Monica shared smiles and joy on stage, holding hands as they sang together. Picture: Instagram@Monicadenise
Brandy and Monica shared smiles and joy on stage, holding hands as they sang together. Picture: Instagram@Monicadenise
Monica lit up the stage and brought the heat alongside her backup dancers. Picture: Instagram@Monicadenise
Monica lit up the stage and brought the heat alongside her backup dancers. Picture: Instagram@Monicadenise
The duo shared a warm hug on stage, creating a memorable moment for the audience. Picture: Instagram@Monicadenise
The duo shared a warm hug on stage, creating a memorable moment for the audience. Picture: Instagram@Monicadenise

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