TamilShakira Hospitalized, Cancels Peru Concerts Due to Health Issue
17 February 2025, 11:24 am
Shakira was hospitalized due to an abdominal issue, forcing her to cancel her Peru concerts. The singer shared an emotional update, apologizing to fans and promising to return soon.
Shakira Shares Emotional Update After Cancelling Concerts
Colombian singer Shakira had to cancel her highly anticipated concerts in Lima, Peru, after being hospitalized due to an abdominal condition. The pop icon, who recently kicked off her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran world tour in Brazil, was set to perform in Peru for the first time in over a decade.
— Shakira (@shakira) February 16, 2025
The 48-year-old artist arrived in Peru on Friday evening, preparing for her scheduled performances on February 18 and 19. However, she was rushed to the emergency room after experiencing severe abdominal pain. Shakira later took to social media to update her fans about her condition.
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“I am sorry to inform you all that last night I had to go to the ER for an abdominal issue,” she wrote. “The doctors have informed me that I am not in good enough condition to perform this evening.”
Expressing her disappointment, she added, “I am very sad that I will not be able to take the stage today. I was deeply emotional and excited about reuniting with my beloved Peruvian audience.” She concluded by thanking her fans for their understanding and support.
Peru was the second stop on her Latin American tour, which began in Rio de Janeiro last week. Shakira recently won a Grammy for Best Latin Pop Album and was set to perform nearly 50 shows across Latin America before heading to the US and Canada.
Fans have been sending well wishes to the singer, hoping for a speedy recovery. As of now, there is no update on when the Peru concerts will be rescheduled.