Peter Kay news: Copy-cat act ‘bridges a gap’ after comedian cancelled nationwide tour
PETER KAY cancelled his nationwide tour, which was said to be worth an estimated £40 million last year. A copy-cat act to the comedian has reportedly seen sales for his own shows soar amid the news.
Tony Christie featuring Peter Kay, (is this the way to) Amarillo
Peter Kay cancelled his nationwide 12-month tour due to “unforeseen family circumstances” in December last year.
The 44-year-old comedian’s Peter Kay Live Arena Tour, which was due to start last month, was reportedly worth £40 million.
The comic, who has not been seen in public since the news, had been due to perform to more than 1.7 millions fans during the 109 performances.
Since the news, it appears that Peter Kay copy-cat act Lee Lard is reportedly raking in the cash as he enjoys sold-out gigs.
Thanks to Lee, thousands of fans are still able to get their Peter Kay fix.
Speaking to the Daily Star, a promoter for the Lee Lard's Peter Kay Tribute Show said: “To say Lee's show has bridged a gap is an understatement.
"He is utterly brilliant and performs a heart-felt tribute to the main man. Thanks to Lee thousands of fans are still able to get their Peter Kay fix."
Lee, who will be performing more than 200 gigs this year, is due to take to the stage across Britain, Spain, the Canary Islands, Jersey and the Isle of Wight.
“Lee has been booking shows for 14 years. He’s the only tribute to Peter Kay in the country and does around 150-200 shows a year,” Lee’s manager told The Sun Online.
They continued: "Peter knows Lee well, he appeared in the Amarillo video with him."
The statement read: “Due to unforeseen family circumstances, I deeply regret that I am having to cancel all of my upcoming work projects.
“This unfortunately includes my upcoming stand-up tour, Dance for Life shows and any outstanding live work commitments.”
Peter Kay's HILARIOUS garlic bread sketch
He continued: “My sincerest apologies. This decision has not been taken lightly and I’m sure you’ll understand my family must always come first.
“I’ve always endeavoured to protect my family’s privacy from the media.
“I hope that the media and the public will continue to respect our privacy at this time. Once again, I’m very sorry.”
The comic, who refunded fans for their tickets, has not performed on a tour for eight years.
Peter Kay's Car Share Unscripted aired on BBC One tonight at 10pm.