Seinabo Sey Cancels Gothenburg Concerts Due to Bells Palsy Diagnosis

Swedish artist Seinabo Sey has canceled her concerts scheduled for October 27 and 28 at Stora Teatern in Gothenburg after being diagnosed with Bells palsy, a condition causing sudden facial paralysis. Sey revealed in an Instagram post that she woke up unable to recognize her face, with paralysis affecting the left side, preventing her from blinking her left eye or using the muscles there. She described her distress, saying, "I miss my face that I have often criticized, and I miss my smile that used to come so easily." The condition, linked to a series of recent colds, has forced Sey to prioritize her health, leading to cancellations not only this autumn but multiple earlier performances, including events at Liseberg.

Despite these challenges, Sey expressed gratitude for the support she has received and revealed she had recorded nearly an entire album in English prior to her symptoms worsening. She plans to focus on completing this upcoming album during her recovery period. Sey's current health struggles have impacted her ongoing Swedish-language tour for the album 'Välkommen hem,' though no announcements about rescheduling the canceled Gothenburg concerts have been made. Bells palsy symptoms include facial weakness and difficulty speaking or smiling, and while Sey's mental health remains positive, the condition demands immediate medical attention. Sey's candid sharing highlights not only her personal fight with a rare illness but also her determination to return stronger.