DJ Fat Tony says he was left injured after being hit at gig

The DJ and podcaster Fat Tony has said he was left with facial injuries after an incident at a gig in Margate.

Fat Tony, real name Anthony Marnoch, was performing at Lido Margate on Friday night when the incident occurred.

In a video shared on Instagram, the 59-year-old DJ said he was "absolutely gutted" to tell fans he had to cancel his Saturday show at London venue No90 Hackney Wick and would "make it up to you all in the new year".

Marnoch wrote that he was "under doctors' orders" to "rest and get better", and he would be "OK" and is "on the mend".

Kent Police said it is investigating reports of a man assaulting another man in his 50s at Lido between 1.15am and 1.37am on Saturday morning.

"Patrols and paramedics attended the scene and the victim was treated for facial injuries," said a police spokesperson.

"He subsequently went to hospital for further medical attention."

On Sunday, Marnoch gave an update on his condition, telling followers he was in "a lot of pain and [his face is] swollen".

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The DJ received an outpouring of support on Instagram with TV presenter Davina McCall saying: "This is terrible... Love you so much x call tomorrow."

Jodie Gibson, This Morning presenter, commented: "Awww mate, sending you so much love", while artist Tracey Emin said: "Dear Tony, sending you lots of love."

Actress Kate Magowan said: "I'm so sorry this happened. Just appalling. Sending love."

He also said he was at home with his dogs and partner Stavros Agapiou, where he was being "looked after".

The DJ is a regular feature on red carpets, attending events with reality TV star Gemma Collins and singer and actress Claire Sweeney.

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