Tim Burton pulls out of appearance at own exhibition opening after positive Covid test
‘I escaped from Covid for three years but now I have it!’ Tim Burton walks out of the opening of his own exhibition in Malaysia as he apologizes to fans
Tim Burton has withdrawn from attending the opening ceremony of his own exhibition after testing positive for COVID-19.
The 64-year-old filmmaker was due to appear at the Pavillion shopping center in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, to present The World of Tim Burton on Tuesday, featuring more than 540 items from his personal collection.
But in a YouTube video posted that day, Tim told fans that he hopes they enjoy the show and that he will do his best to visit after his recovery.
He had charged devotees MYR500 (£91.16) for VIP packages, which included a copy of The Art Of Tim Burton book, as well as a book signing session and other merchandise.
However, VIP ticket holders have now been offered a virtual masterclass, which has been postponed to April 14, along with a 10-minute meet and greet instead.
‘I escaped from Covid for three years but now I have it!’ Tim Burton withdrew from attending the opening ceremony of his own exhibition after testing positive for COVID-19
Exciting: The filmmaker, 64, was due to appear in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, to launch The World of Tim Burton on Tuesday, featuring more than 540 items from his personal collection.
They will also be sent personalized autographs from the director of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
In his video message, Tim said: ‘Hello Kuala Lumpur, this is Tim Burton. I was going to be there, I had my bags ready to come but I got Covid.
I escaped Covid for three years but now I have so unfortunately I can’t be there with you guys but I hope you enjoy this show and I hope to go soon because I really wanted to go there but enjoy the show thank you.
The organizer’s statement read: “We at Toybox Projects would like to apologize for any inconvenience caused in this regard and take this opportunity to thank the fans, sponsors and media for their patience and understanding.
The World of Tim Burton pop-up museum and exhibit remains unchanged and will be available to the public from March 21 to July 30, 2023.
The exhibition manager also apologized to fans, writing: “We are devastated to share this news with you but have received word that Mr. Tim Burton will no longer be able to travel to Kuala Lumpur due to Covid related illness.” .
“We know this will be a huge disappointment to those who had hoped to see him at the opening of The World of Tim Burton, however Mr. Burton’s health is our top priority.
“However, we are delighted that the exhibition looks wonderful and we know that its fans will understand and be grateful for the opportunity to see the works of art and immerse themselves in their world.”
MailOnline has contacted Tim’s representative for further comment.
Oh no! But in a YouTube video posted that day, Tim told fans that he hopes they enjoy the show and that he will do everything they can to visit after he recovers.
Upset: In his video message, Tim said: ‘Hello Kuala Lumpur, I’m Tim Burton. I was going to be there, I had my bags ready to come but I got Covid’