American rapper Megan Thee Stallion was rushed to a hospital Tuesday night after falling seriously ill in the middle of her performance in *Moulin Rouge! The Musical*, according to her representative.
The Grammy-winning artist, 31, was midway through her role as Zidler, the flamboyant master of ceremonies, at a New York theater when she had to step away.
“Megan started feeling very ill and was promptly transported to a local hospital, where her symptoms are currently being evaluated,” a spokesperson for the musician told US media outlets. “We will share additional updates as more information becomes available.”
The incident occurred during what was meant to be a milestone moment in her career—her highly anticipated Broadway debut. Fans and theatergoers watched as the show was interrupted.
Her hair stylist, Kellon Deryck, posted on X shortly after the incident, asking for public support. “Everyone say a prayer for Megan, we are all at the hospital,” he wrote.
The rapper, whose legal name is Megan Pete, is currently scheduled to play the role of Zidler until May 17, according to the show’s official website. She had expressed excitement about the temporary shift from her usual concert tours to the Broadway stage.
After her first performance on March 24, she celebrated the achievement on social media, writing to her fanbase, known as “hotties”: “HOTTIES IM ON BROADWAY!!”
Megan Thee Stallion rose to international fame with hits such as *Savage*, *WAP*, and *Body*. In 2021, she won three Grammy Awards, including Best New Artist and Best Rap Song. The following year, she received a nomination for Album of the Year.
The character of Harold Zidler was originally played by Danny Burstein in the Broadway premiere of *Moulin Rouge! The Musical*, a role that earned him a Tony Award in 2020. Earlier this year, celebrity drag artist Bob the Drag Queen played the same part for an eight-week run.
