Olivia Dean, the 27-year-old singer known for hits like "Rein Me In," has reportedly declined an offer to headline Glastonbury Festival in 2027. Dean's decision stems from a desire to focus on writing new music, with plans to return to major festival circuits once her third album is ready. The offer came as her ex-boyfriend, Harry Styles, is heavily rumored to be a headliner for the upcoming festival.
An insider close to Dean told The Sun that while she was flattered by the Glastonbury invitation, her team is prioritizing the development of new material. "She wants to take some time to work on new music next year, with a rough plan to return when her third album is ready," the source stated. The insider also noted that performing at the same festival as Styles was not a factor in her decision, though she acknowledges the proximity of their names on a lineup. "Of course, if she did it next year, her name would be right next to Harry's and she just wants to move on from that now. She's happy for him to have his moment, but she doesn't feel like next year is hers."
Dean and Styles were briefly linked in 2024 after being spotted together following his split from Taylor Russell. However, their relationship was never officially confirmed, with reports suggesting they were simply getting to know each other.
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In recent months, Dean achieved a significant chart milestone alongside Sam Fender. Their collaboration "Rein Me In" became the longest-running number one single of all time in the UK, surpassing Bryan Adams' 1991 hit "(Everything I Do) I Do It For You" with 17 consecutive weeks at the top of the Official Charts. This achievement also placed them ahead of Wet Wet Wet's iconic song "Love Is All Around," which held the record for over 30 years.
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Official Charts interim co-managing directors Becca Monahan and Chris Austin lauded the song's success, calling it a "historic achievement for two exceptional British talents." Wet Wet Wet also congratulated Dean and Fender, expressing pride in their own song's enduring legacy while celebrating the new generation of British artists connecting with audiences.