Television presenter Jeremy Kyle has had to pull out of hosting a charity Christmas concert in Hull next week.
The Christmas Countdown 6 at Hull New Theatre will showcase the depth of East Yorkshire talent.
Straight-talking Mr Kyle, who fronts his talk show on ITV, had agreed to host the concert, being held by the Local Entertainers and Performers Society (Leaps) to raise money for charities.
Leaps secretary Terry Cavender said: "Jeremy Kyle told me he won't now be able to participate due to an unexpected and unavoidable filming commitment.
"He apologised profusely and is desperately sorry. He has, however, promised to try to get to one of our shows next year to make up for it."
X Factor star Ryan Mathie will perform alongside seasoned stars such as Edwina Hayes. Money raised from the show will go to The Samaritans and Cystic Fibrosis charity Chief.
