Kid Cudi has pulled out of his remaining dates supporting Lady GaGa on her US Monster Ball tour.

The rapper said he had taken “an early leave of absence” in order to “balance his schedule surrounding the recording of his next album and acting commitments”.

His withdrawal comes just days after Kid Cudi was involved in an incident with a fan during a gig in Vancouver.

US media reports have claimed the rapper lashed out after a wallet was thrown on stage.

Meanwhile, Kid Cudi is due to embark on his own solo tour this month, starting in Los Angeles on December 22.

Lady GaGa's tour, in support of her new album 'The Fame Monster', continues tonight (December 17) in Las Vegas.

(by Jason Gregory)