Shakira Hits Another Snag: Concert Postponed Due to Roof Safety Concerns
Well, it seems Shakira’s got more drama offstage than a telenovela! Just a week after her concert in Peru was scrapped due to an “abdominal issue” that landed her in the hospital, her upcoming show in Medellín, Colombia, has also hit a major roadblock. Scheduled for February 24, the show has been postponed, and Shakira’s taking to social media to express her heartache. She shared with her fans that she was eager to perform in her hometown but the universe had other plans.
So what’s the deal this time? Concert organizers announced that the venue’s roof sustained damage during the setup, making it unsafe for the performance at Medellín’s Atanasio Girardot Stadium. In a statement to Billboard, event promoter Páramo Presenta revealed that safety is the top priority, stating it was a tough decision but necessary for the well-being of everyone involved—from the artist to the fans. Yikes!
Shakira, who shares her excitement about returning home with her kids, Milan and Sasha, expressed her sadness on social media. She mentioned how much she anticipated performing and the heartwarming moments they planned to share with her fans, indicating just how deeply she values this connection with her audience. You could almost feel the collective “awww” from her followers.
The good news? There’s still hope for Shakira fans in Colombia! Páramo Presenta is already working on rescheduling the show for later this year, citing future concerts in multiple cities as part of the plan. So, don’t lose hope yet, Shakira aficionados!
Let’s not forget that this isn’t just a random hiccup in her tour. The days leading up to the postponed Medellín concert were stressful as she dealt with the aftermath of that hospitalization and the cancellation of her February 16 performance in Lima, Peru. Shakira kicked off her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran world tour just days before the drama started, and there’s no doubt her fans are rallying behind her in support.
With the ongoing support and goodwill from her audience and promises of rescheduled dates, it seems like this pop icon may bounce back stronger than ever. Stay tuned, Shakira fans, because this rollercoaster ride isn’t over yet!
Sources: Celebrity Storm Wire and People Magazine, Billboard, Entertainment Weekly
