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Family Emergency Keeps Karen O From Olivia Rodrigo's Stage

Summary

  • Karen O cancelled her planned appearance at Olivia Rodrigo's festival.
  • She cited a family emergency as the reason for her absence.
  • Alanis Morissette unexpectedly joined Rodrigo on stage instead.
Family Emergency Keeps Karen O From Olivia Rodrigo's Stage

Karen O, a scheduled special guest for Olivia Rodrigo's inaugural Daisy Chain festival in Irvine, California, was forced to cancel her appearance on Saturday, August 29, 2026. The cancellation was due to a family emergency that required her presence back east.

Rodrigo expressed her sadness over Karen O's absence during the festival's headlining set. She explained that Karen O had been very excited to participate but had an unexpected personal matter. As a surprise, Alanis Morissette joined Rodrigo on stage to perform 'Ironic' during the set.

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