Rising star Sonia Citron has pulled out of the highly anticipated Mystic Camp music and wellness retreat just hours before Dallas wings game , citing a devastating family tragedy that has left her family reeling.
According to sources close to the 24-year-old singer-actress, Citron’s father, renowned music producer Marcus Citron, was critically injured in a horrifying knife incident at the family’s suburban home late last week. Emergency responders arrived to find Marcus suffering from multiple stab wounds following what authorities are describing as a domestic altercation involving an unidentified intruder. He remains in stable but serious condition at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.
“Sonia is completely shattered,” a close friend told reporters. “Mystic Camp meant everything to her—this was supposed to be her big creative reset after the success of her debut album. But family comes first. She’s flying home immediately to be by her father’s side.”
Citron rose to fame with her breakout single “Echoes in the Rain” and has since become a fixture in both music and film circles. Mystic Camp, a prestigious annual gathering in the California redwoods that blends live performances, meditation sessions, and artist collaborations, had billed her as one of its headline acts alongside major names like Aurora Vale and indie collective The Hollow Lights.
Organizers of Mystic Camp released a brief statement expressing sympathy: “We are deeply saddened by the news affecting Sonia and her family. Her well-being and that of her loved ones is our priority. We respect her decision to step away and send our love and healing energy during this difficult time.”
Fans have flooded social media with messages of support using the hashtag #PrayForSonia, while speculation swirls about the exact circumstances of the knife attack. Police have not yet named any suspects and have asked for the public’s patience as the investigation continues.
Citron’s management confirmed she will not be making any public appearances in the coming weeks. In a short statement, they added, “Sonia is focusing entirely on her father’s recovery. We appreciate the outpouring of love and ask for privacy at this time.”
The incident has cast a shadow over what was expected to be one of the summer’s most vibrant creative events. Mystic Camp will proceed without Citron, with organizers promising an emotional opening tribute in her honor.