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Actor Idris Elba has had to pull out of the Golden Globe Awards due to an injury.
The 43-year-old British actor, who was nominated for Best Actor in a Limited Series or a Motion Picture Made for Television for his role in
Luther and Best Actor in a Supporting Role in any Motion Picture for
Beasts of No Nation, was advised against flying to Los Angeles after injuring his back. (Also Read -
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Mr Elba's representative said, "On doctor's orders (he) cannot get on a plane to attend the Golden Globes." (Also Read:
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He is, however, expected to attend the Screen Actors Guild Awards on January 30.