Shakira’s Medellín Concert Postponed Because Of Stage Safety Concerns: “Grateful For The Unconditional Support”

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Shakira‘s concert in Medellín, Colombia has been postponed due to stage safety concerns. The news comes on the heels of a cancellation for a show in Lima, Peru last week due to the superstar singer’s hospitalization for an undisclosed “abdominal issue.” Event organizers said there were safety concerns for the performance — set for Feb.

24 at Estadio Atanasio Girardot — after the roof of the stage installed by local production was damaged, per Billboard. The “Hips Don’t Lie” singer announced the news yesterday on X in a statement in Spanish, writing that the decision was “out of my hands and those of my production team.” “My Medellín people!

It hurts me greatly to not be able to get up on stage and sing for you with the desire that I had,” she began. “My sons were excited to visit Medellín, as was I to be reunited with you and share all the surprises that I had prepared for you.” The four-time Grammy winner continued, “I am very sorry for the inconvenience, especially for those who have traveled.

It’s out of my hands and those of my production team, but I am sure that we will soon find a new date to celebrate together.