JAKARTA - Singer Shakira decided not to appear at the Qatar 2022 World Cup grand opening ceremony. The reason is very personal which makes some people wonder.
The singer of Waka Waka's song initially agreed to become one of the singers who are ready to appear in the quadrennial grand event. However, the latest information confirms he will not perform.
According to Spanish media outlet Marca, Shakira has reportedly changed her mind. The report quoted claims from the El programa de Ana Rosa program.
"It has been confirmed to me that Shakira will not appear at the opening ceremony, but they will not say whether she will have any other roles throughout the World Cup," reads the report, quoted by The Nation, Thursday, November 17.
The report was strengthened by Sandra Aladro, who is another contributor to the Telecinco program. He confirmed the news after talking to Shakira's entourage.
"They have confirmed that he will not appear. He will be a guest star, now he must send a statement explaining everything," said Aladro.
Shakira had previously been a guest in three different World Cups, respectively in 2006, 2010, and 2014. In 2010 in Africa he performed the song Waka Waka Waka, which skyrocketed his name.
Apart from Shakira, singer Dua Lipa has also confirmed via Instagram Story that she canceled appearing at the opening of the most prestigious event on Sunday, November 20 at Al Bayt Stadium.
He openly criticized the Gulf state for its policies towards the LGBT community and homosexuals. This issue continues to be in the spotlight along with migrant workers involved in the construction of stadiums and other facilities.
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