Shakira, the Colombian superstar, has canceled a highly anticipated concert in Medellin, Colombia, due to a damaged stage roof that compromised safety, event organizers announced on Friday. The setback is the latest disruption to her “Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran” (Women Don’t Cry Anymore) world tour—her first in seven years—which features nearly 50 performances across Latin America through June, followed by dates in the United States and Canada.
Paramo Presenta, the event organizer, revealed on social media that the stage roof, installed by a local production company for the February 24 show at Atanasio Girardot Stadium, sustained damage during setup, posing risks to the artist’s safety. The company expressed hope to reschedule the concert, though no new date was confirmed. The cancellation follows another hiccup last week when Shakira scrapped a Peru performance after being hospitalized for an abdominal condition.
The tour, which kicked off in Rio de Janeiro earlier this month, comes on the heels of Shakira’s Grammy win for Best Latin Pop Album. The 48-year-old singer, with over 90 million records sold worldwide, remains one of Latin music’s biggest icons. Her return to Colombia has been triumphant, with tens of thousands of fans welcoming her in Barranquilla on Thursday at Metropolitano Stadium. She is next slated for back-to-back shows in Bogota on Wednesday and Thursday, per her website.
The Medellin cancellation underscores the logistical challenges of a sprawling global tour, particularly one marking Shakira’s comeback after a seven-year hiatus from large-scale live performances. Fans in Colombia, eager to see the four-time Grammy winner in her homeland, now face uncertainty, though Paramo Presenta’s commitment to rescheduling offers a glimmer of hope.
Shakira’s resilience shines through these setbacks, echoing the empowering theme of her tour title. As she navigates health issues and production woes, her enduring popularity—bolstered by hits spanning decades—keeps aunces eagerly awaiting her next move. With the Latin American leg in full swing and North American dates looming, the tour remains a testament to her global staying power, even as unforeseen hurdles test its momentum. For now, Bogota beckons as the next stage for the artist to reclaim her spotlight.
I cant believe Shakira canceled her concert in Colombia! Safety first, but fans must be so disappointed. Hope she reschedules soon!
Wow, I get it safety first, but cancelling a concert in Colombia? Come on, Shakira, the show must go on!
I understand safety is important, but cancelling a concert seems extreme. Could there have been a better solution?
Wow, cant believe Shakira had to cancel her Colombia concert! Safety first, but its such a bummer for fans.
Wow, safety concerns for Shakiras concert in Colombia? Thats wild! Do you think its better safe than sorry or an overreaction?