Dutch singer André Hazes jr. has canceled his tour schedule due to ongoing vocal cord issues, raising questions about the status of his friendship with fellow artist Mart Hoogkamer. According to entertainment commentator Bart Ettekoven on the television program Shownieuws, Hoogkamer has not yet reached out to Hazes since the announcement regarding his voice problems.
Tour Cancellation and Silence Offstage
The situation came to light during a broadcast discussion hosted by presenter Dyantha Brooks. Brooks noted that Hazes will be absent from the stage for the foreseeable future, and that public appearances alongside Hoogkamer have also ceased. The two singers previously collaborated on a shared television show titled Hazes & Hoogkamer.
Public Remarks Spark Scrutiny
Ettekoven stated on Shownieuws that he was surprised by remarks Hoogkamer recently made on television when asked if he had contacted Hazes after the cancellation of his 2026 tour agenda. According to Ettekoven, Hoogkamer replied that he had not yet been in touch because he assumed Hazes was already receiving a high volume of messages and needed space.
Questioning the Bond
Ettekoven questioned that reasoning during the broadcast, suggesting that a close friendship typically prompts a direct message regardless of outside distractions. While Ettekoven acknowledged that he does not know if a specific disagreement occurred between the two performers, he observed that their previous close dynamic appears to have shifted.
The End of a Joint Television Venture
Brooks raised the possibility that the end of their joint television venture might have influenced their current contact level. Ettekoven did not rule out that possibility, noting that a new season of Hazes & Hoogkamer is not scheduled, whereas the two were frequently seen together prior to the show’s production.
Unconfirmed Speculation and Future Contact
Despite raising questions about the lack of communication, Ettekoven emphasized that their bond may still be intact. He concluded that while the absence of a simple text message fuels public speculation, it remains unconfirmed whether the friendship has genuinely cooled.