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Marilyn Manson's UK Concert Cancelled Amid Pressure and Criticism

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The first UK concert of Marilyn Manson's tour, scheduled to take place at the Brighton Centre on October 29, has been cancelled. The decision comes following pressure from campaigners, including Green MP Sian Berry, and concerns regarding the shock rocker's past allegations of sexual assault and domestic violence. The move has sparked debate, with some arguing it constitutes censorship, while others see it as a necessary measure to protect victims and support local communities.

Key Takeaways:

  • Marilyn Manson's UK concert has been cancelled due to pressure from campaigners and an MP.
  • The first leg of his One Assassination Under God Tour was set to kick off at Brighton Centre on October 29.
  • In January, prosecutors in the US decided not to file charges against Manson due to insufficient evidence and statute of limitations.
  • Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman stated that the allegations were too old under the law.
  • Manson's real name is Brian Warner, and he is 56 years old.
  • The cancellation of the concert was prompted by an open letter to the Brighton and Hove city council leader Bella Sankey, co-signed by Sian Berry, victim support groups, and the University of Sussex students' union.
  • The call to cancel the gig was met with mixed responses, with some seeing it as censorship and others arguing it was necessary to protect victims and support local communities.
  • Marilyn Manson has not been found guilty of the allegations made against him.
  • The four-year investigation into the allegations did not lead to charges.

Statistics:

  • 56 years old: Brian Warner, also known as Marilyn Manson.
  • 2009-2011: The alleged incidents of sexual assault and domestic violence took place in West Hollywood, where Manson lived at the time.
  • January 2023: Prosecutors in the US decided not to file charges against Manson due to insufficient evidence and statutory limitations.
  • October 29: The cancelled UK concert was scheduled to take place at the Brighton Centre.
  • 4 years: The length of the investigation into the allegations made against Manson.

Sources:

  • Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office statement (no date mentioned in original text).
  • Sian Berry, Green MP for Brighton Pavilion, open letter to the Brighton and Hove city council leader (published online, exact date not mentioned).
  • University of Sussex students' union, victim support groups, statement in support of Sian Berry's letter.
  • PA Archive news articles (exact publication date not mentioned).

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