Colombian superstar Shakira has been hospitalized in Lima due to abdominal pain, forcing her to cancel a concert and putting her world tour on hold.
Shakira, the 48-year-old Colombian star, was hospitalized in Lima on Saturday night due to abdominal pain. This unexpected turn of events has forced her to cancel her concert in the Peruvian capital.
Shakira, a renowned Colombian singer-songwriter, has been open about her struggles with various health issues.
In 2022, she was diagnosed with mycoplasma pneumonia, an infection caused by the bacterium Mycoplasma pneumoniae.
Shakira also suffers from vocal cord problems, which have forced her to cancel concerts and tours on several occasions.
Additionally, she has been open about her struggles with anxiety and depression.
Despite these health challenges, Shakira remains committed to her music and philanthropic endeavors.
The singer-songwriter had just launched her first worldwide tour in seven years and was set to perform nearly 50 concerts in Latin America by the end of June. However, her health issues have put a temporary halt to these plans.
The Shakira World Tour was a concert tour by Colombian singer and songwriter Shakira, in support of her eighth studio album, 'Fijación Oral Vol.1' (2005) and ninth studio album, 'Oral Fixation Vol.2' (2005).
The tour visited over 80 cities worldwide from 2006 to 2007, grossing $130 million.
It was one of the highest-grossing concert tours in history at that time.
Shakira took to her social media accounts to inform her fans about the situation. ‘The doctors whose care I am currently under have communicated that I am not in good enough condition to perform this evening,’ she said. She expressed her sadness at not being able to take the stage and thanked her fans for their understanding.
Born on February 2, 1977, in Barranquilla, 'Colombia' , Shakira is a singer-songwriter, musician, and dancer.
She rose to fame with her unique blend of Latin American rhythms and rock music.
With over 80 million records sold worldwide, she is one of the best-selling artists of all time.
Shakira's hit songs include 'Hips Don't Lie,' 'Whenever, Wherever,' and 'Waka Waka.' She has won numerous awards, including three Grammy Awards.
Shakira is also a philanthropist, supporting education and early childhood development programs.
‘I’ve been looking forward to reuniting with my incredible fans here in Peru,’ Shakira added, hoping to be released from the hospital on Monday to resume the tour. Her dedication to her fans is evident, and it’s clear that she is disappointed by this setback.
Shakira‘s cancellation of the Lima concert has undoubtedly caused a stir among her fans and those eagerly awaiting her performances in Latin America. The singer’s tour schedule, which includes dates in the US and Canada, remains uncertain at this time.
The incident serves as a reminder that even the most accomplished artists can face unexpected health challenges. Shakira‘s commitment to her craft and her dedication to her fans are truly admirable, and it is hoped that she will make a full recovery soon.
- theguardian.com | Shakira cancels Lima concert after being hospitalised during global tour
