English singer Morrissey canceled two New England shows after “credible threats” against his life, according to the performer and the Boston venue set to host him.

Morrissey, the former lead singer of the Smiths, had scheduled stops at Foxwoods in Mashantucket, Connecticut on Friday and MGM Music Hall in Fenway on Saturday that were both canceled.

All tickets were refunded automatically at the original point of purchase, Morrissey’s team wrote on Facebook .

“Due to recent events and out of an abundance of caution for the safety of both the artist and band, the upcoming shows this weekend at Foxwoods and MGM Music Hall have been cancelled,” the Facebook post said. “We appreciate your understanding.”

MGM Music Hall said in a statement that there was a credible death threat against Morr

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