Harry Styles chokes on water and collapses onstage during Wembley set

Harry Styles accidentally choked on his water while attempting his signature “whale” spit move during his Wembley Stadium performance Friday night, with the stunt and a scorching European heatwave leaving the 32-year-old momentarily on the floor as he tried to catch his breath.

Fan video circulating on social media showed him snatch a bottle from the stage floor, take a quick sip, promptly spit it back out and fall on his back. While he lay on the floor for several seconds, Styles was recorded attempting to loosen his tie and hitting his chest a few times before gathering himself.

After appearing to recover, the pop star jumped back up and ran off the stage, waving to the crowd. The scene prompted worry from fans online, with one commenting, “Must admit that on the livestream I was afraid for a few seconds 😱,” another writing, “Oh HELL no!

United Kingdom, Wembley

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