The Weeknd officially has highest-grossing tour by male soloist in history with ‘After Hours Til Dawn’: $1.B sold
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The Weeknd just turned the touring world into his personal playground. A $1.3 billion gross crowns the R&B star as the biggest male solo touring act ever.

The Weeknd just rewrote the record books. His ‘After Hours Til Dawn’ tour is now the highest-grossing tour by a male soloist in history. Reports put the gross at $1.3 billion.
Moreover, the numbers tell a bigger story. Abel Tesfaye turned stadiums into cinematic spectacles. Fans packed venues night after night. Furthermore, he delivered hit after hit, from ‘Blinding Lights’ to ‘Starboy’. The R&B and Pop star played with theatrical flair, whilst towering sets and dazzling visuals kept crowds hooked.
Elsewhere, rivals now face a daunting benchmark. Few artists can match that scale. Likewise, few can match his staying power.
Ultimately, the figure proves one thing. Fans still crave live music—big, bold and unforgettable. The Weeknd delivered exactly that, and he did it on his own terms. Expect the industry to chase his blueprint for years to come.