Kathy
Feb 17, Monday, 2025: Shakira, the Colombian pop icon has been hospitalized in Lima, Peru, after suffering severe abdominal pain, leading to the cancellation of her highly anticipated concert on Sunday, The tragic news was a shock to fans since the 48-year-old singer had only just embarked on her highly anticipated “Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran” world tour.
Posting on Instagram and X (formerly Twitter), Shakira expressed her dismay to fans. “I’m deeply disappointed not to be able to perform today. I’ve been filled with excitement and anticipation to see my dear Peruvian fans once again,” she posted. Following her admission to a local hospital, doctors strongly urged her not to perform, leading to the cancellation.
Her arrival in Peru on Friday was greeted with great enthusiasm, as fans had been waiting more than a decade to hear her sing live. The Lima concert was scheduled as part of her tour for her Grammy-winning album, Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran, featuring the viral hit “Shakira: Bzrp Music Sessions, Vol. 53.” She had already performed in Rio de Janeiro on February 11 and São Paulo on February 13, which made the abrupt health problem more alarming.
Unfazed by the setback, Shakira is still optimistic. “I hope I’ll be better tomorrow and will be released as soon as possible to be able to provide you with the show I’ve planned for all of you,” she assured her audience. Her handlers are already gearing up to re-schedule the show, promising that those who waited so long will not miss out on their turn with her.
The news has evoked questions over whether her next performances, such as those in Colombia from February 21, will be impacted. Nevertheless, her fans are optimistic, swamping social media with prayers, love, and good wishes for her speedy recovery.
This is a grim reminder of the brutal realities of touring and its cost on even the healthiest artists. Shakira’s passion for her art and her fans is evident, and her honesty regarding her health is a testament to her dedication to her supporters. While the world waits with bated breath for news, one thing is clear—her fans are standing by her every step of the way.
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