Ja Rule denied entry to UK days before tour begins
American rapper Ja Rule has been denied entry into the UK just days before his Sunrise tour, which was slated to start in Cardiff.
Ja Rule, whose real name is Jeffrey Bruce Atkins Sr, was planning performances in several UK cities including London, Birmingham, Nottingham, Leeds, and Liverpool.
But, the UK concerts are now expected to be cancelled because he's not allowed in the country, reportedly due to his criminal record.
On social media, Ja Rule announced the news, whilst highlighting the personal financial investment he made into organizing the tour.
Nevertheless, at the time of writing, tickets for the scheduled performances were still on sale, though talks over refunds are also said to be underway.
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Media reports portray Ja Rule's disappointment and financial loss and, potentially, the narrative around his criminal record and its impact on UK entry policies could be taken as a critical view of such regulations.
Write-ups show varying levels of detail regarding the rapper's past.
