Westlife's Nicky Byrne shares update after dramatic fall off stage at sold-out gig

Horrified fans watched the painful moment Westlife star Nicky Byrne fell through the stage at the band's latest concert injuring himself.

Nicky shared shocking footage of the fall with his fans on social media.

It showed that while walking backwards he hadn't noticed that the mechanical stairs had opened up behind him and fell below.

The Westlife singer shared an update on his condition after fans were worried if he was okay.

He posted a series of pictures and videos of the accident as he reassured everyone that he will return to performing.

Nicky explained that the accident could have been worse, but thankfully he's doing okay after the scary moment.

Westlife star Nicky Byrne showed his injuries to his social media followers (@nickybyrneinsta/Instagram)

Nicky Byrne fell from the stage during Westlife's gig in Glasgow (@nickybyrneinsta/Instagram)

He wrote: "Hey All, Thank you for all your well wishes! So last night I did have a little accident on stage in Glasgow, where I didn't realise the mechanical stairs had opened behind me.

"A crazy moment which could have been a lot worse but I'm completely fine, a little bit battered and bruised but ok! I'll see y'all back up there tonight.

"The show must go on. Thanks for all your well wishes. #ReallyFlyingWithoutWings".

He signed off, writing: "Love Nicky".

Nicky Byrne is on the mend (Stuart Westwood/REX/Shutterstock)

The Westlife singer later posted clips that concertgoers captured of the incident, before sharing the large bruise he got on his side, according to RSVP Live.

Nicky wrote: "Checked by the wonderful medics at the hydro - See you all again tonight Scotland".

Fans were delighted to see he was back on his feet as they advised him to take care of himself.

One person said: "Glad to know you're fine! Please be careful and take care, Nicky. Take a rest if you need it too".

A second fan shared: "Glad to hear you're ok Nicky. Yeah, you really fly without wings poor ya. Was shocking to see.

Fans rushed to offer support to the singer (@nickybyrneinsta/Instagram)

"Take care, we like to see you on stage for many more years. Rock the stage again tonight".

A third person wrote: "Get well soon Nico! I saw and read it in the morning. Could have been worse. I know from what I speak.

"Had a femoral neck fracture years ago. Got a tweet from you this time when I was in rehabilitation and watching the ESC. Lots of love from Germany".

A fourth fan added: "Oh god you got us all worried there, hope you're not to sore. Wish for a speedy recovery".

With another, writing: "We'll be able to laugh at this in years to come dude! Glad you're ok though".