Fans at the BIME Live festival in Bilbao, Spain, were left in shock this week when indie icon Morrissey walked off stage only moments into his headline set.

The former frontman of The Smiths had barely begun his performance when he suddenly stopped and exited the stage, leaving thousands of concertgoers in confusion. After a brief period of uncertainty, festival organizers took to the screens to announce that the singer would not be returning to finish the show.

According to initial reports and statements from the festival, the sudden cancellation was due to a "health issue" that rendered the artist unable to continue. While specific details regarding the nature of the illness were not immediately disclosed, the 64-year-old singer has faced various health-related setbacks and tour cancellations in recent years.

The abrupt ending was a significant disappointment for the crowd, many of whom had traveled specifically to see the "There Is a Light That Never Goes Out" singer. Morrissey was the top-billed act for the festivities, which celebrate the intersection of music and the industry in the Basque region.

While the festival continued with its remaining schedule, the mystery surrounding Morrissey's swift exit has once again sparked conversation regarding the temperamental nature of his live appearances. Neither Morrissey’s official representatives nor the festival have yet provided further updates on his condition or potential rescheduling.