Nicole Scherzinger Suffers Leg Burns Before Pussycat Dolls Concert
Nicole Scherzinger suffered serious burns to her leg just one hour before the Pussycat Dolls were due to perform in Düsseldorf, Germany, but continued with the show as part of the group’s PCD Forever Tour.
The singer and former X Factor judge revealed the injury on Instagram Stories on Sunday (27 September), explaining that she had accidentally spilled boiling water on her leg shortly before taking the stage. Scherzinger shared an initial image showing blistering, red burns extending from her calf to above her knee.
“Nothing like boiling water falling on your leg an hour before your set – But the show must go on.“Thanks Düsseldorf for keeping me going. See you soon Amsterdam.”
The injury occurred while Scherzinger was touring Europe with two other original Pussycat Dolls members, Ashley Roberts and Kimberly Wyatt. The group’s current lineup is performing under the PCD Forever Tour name, with Scherzinger continuing to take part despite the painful burn.
Scherzinger Shares Burn Update and Thanks Medical Team
On Monday evening, Scherzinger posted another photograph of her leg. The bright-red blistering appeared to have reduced, although the burns remained clearly visible across the back of her leg, with what appeared to be blood near the front of the injury.
“Not the prettiest sight,” Scherzinger wrote on Instagram Stories, “but healing up!”
She later shared a photograph from her makeup chair while posing with members of the medical team who appeared to be treating her leg.
“Thanks to my PCD medics,” Scherzinger wrote on the picture.
PCD Forever Tour Celebrates 20 Years of the Pussycat Dolls
The PCD Forever Tour began in California on 6 June and is scheduled to finish on 30 October. The tour celebrates the 20th anniversary of the Pussycat Dolls and is supported by Déjà vu and Lil’ Kim.
The North American leg faced significant difficulties before it began, with 33 dates cancelled just one month before the scheduled launch. Poor ticket sales were cited as the reason for the cancellations. Despite that setback, fans have responded positively to the tour, and Scherzinger’s decision to perform after suffering the burn underlined her commitment to the shows.
Why This Matters
Scherzinger’s injury highlights the physical demands and tight timing involved in live touring, where performers can face unexpected medical issues shortly before going on stage. The Pussycat Dolls’ European dates are continuing as planned in the reported schedule, with medical staff supporting Scherzinger after the accident. The tour remains focused on marking two decades of the group while bringing Scherzinger, Ashley Roberts and Kimberly Wyatt to audiences across Europe.
Frequently Asked Questions
How did Nicole Scherzinger burn her leg?
Nicole Scherzinger said she accidentally burned her leg with boiling water approximately one hour before the Pussycat Dolls were scheduled to perform in Düsseldorf, Germany.
Did Nicole Scherzinger perform after the injury?
Yes. Scherzinger indicated that she went ahead with the performance, writing, “Nothing like boiling water falling on your leg an hour before your set – But the show must go on.“Thanks Düsseldorf for keeping me going. See you soon Amsterdam.”
When does the PCD Forever Tour end?
The PCD Forever Tour began in California on 6 June and is scheduled to conclude on 30 October.