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USA Today
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Shakira laments 'constant fear' faced by immigrants: 'It's painful to see'
Shakira laments 'constant fear' faced by immigrants: 'It's painful to see' Show Caption Hide Caption Shakira cancels Boston concert hours before showtime Hours before doors opened, ticket seller Live Nation announced that the Shakira and Jason Aldean and Brooks & Dunn concert had been cancelled. Cover Media Shakira has conquered the world with her music, but she hasn't forgotten her raíces. The Colombian pop star, 48, reflected on her immigrant background, as well as the impact of the current political climate on immigrant communities, in an interview with the BBC published June 12. The singer, who started her music career as a teenager in her native Colombia, moved to the United States in the late 1990s to raise her musical profile. "I was only 19 when I moved to the U.S., like many other Colombian immigrants who come to this country looking for a better future," Shakira told the British outlet. "And I remember I was surrounded by Spanish-English dictionaries and synonym dictionaries — because back in the day, I didn't really have Google or ChatGPT to (help). So, it was all very precarious." The Grammy-winning songstress, known for her bilingual dance hits, also got candid on the tensions faced by many immigrants amid the Trump administration's sweeping deportation efforts, which have sparked nationwide protests. "It means living in constant fear. And it's painful to see," she said. Earlier this month, several demonstrations erupted across Los Angeles in response to a handful of immigration raids. The federal invasions, carried out by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, took place in several parts of the city as part of a directive from President Donald Trump to find immigrants living in the United States without legal status. The White House previously set a goal of removing 1 million people annually, making good on Trump's campaign promise to conduct the largest deportation operation in history. Shakira interview: Singer talks tour, special guests and prioritizing her kids After small protests against the raids on June 6, Trump took several swift actions, including calling in the 4,000 California National Guard troops and 700 Marines, which drew ire — and at least one lawsuit — from state officials who accused the president of stoking tension and escalating unrest. "Now, more than ever, we have to remain united," Shakira continued. "Now, more than ever, we have to raise our voices and make it very clear that a country can change its immigration policies, but the treatment of all people must always be humane." Shakira vows to 'always fight' with 'my immigrant brothers and sisters' in Grammys speech This isn't the first time Shakira has shown her support for immigrant communities. While attending the 67th annual Grammy Awards in February, Shakira gave a heartfelt shout-out to her fellow immigrants while accepting the award for best Latin pop album. "I want to dedicate this award to all my immigrant brothers and sisters in this country," she said. "You are loved, you are worth it, and I will always fight with you." Contributing: Brendan Morrow and Trevor Hughes, USA TODAY
Time of India
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Shakira's Fenway Park concerts cancelled just hours before showtime
This week's highly anticipated concerts at Boston's iconic Fenway Park—featuring Shakira , Jason Aldean, and Brooks & Dunn—have been abruptly cancelled just hours before the first show was set to begin. The official Fenway Concerts account announced the news via X and Instagram, citing "unforeseen circumstances" as the reason for scrapping Shakira's May 29 show and Aldean and Brooks & Dunn's May 30 performance. Refunds are being offered to ticket holders at their original point of purchase. While no official explanation has been issued publicly, People reports that Boston Inspectional Services shut down the shows due to structural concerns. 'During a routine pre-show check, structural elements were found to be below safety standards,' a source revealed, adding that all crew members remained unharmed. Online speculation pointed to problems with stage construction, with one commenter claiming the stage roof buckled while attempting to support a large screen. Shakira had already arrived in Boston and posted a warm greeting to fans on Instagram Stories, thanking the city for the sweet welcome she received—complete with a hotel room decked out with macaroons and photos. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Confirmed - This is the deadliest snake in the world Cleverst Undo Fenway Park had even reposted her message before the last-minute cancellation. Fans reacted with shock and disappointment across social media. 'Shakiraaaaaa!!!!! Ayyyyyyyyyy play somewhere else tonight.. devastated,' one user wrote. Jason Aldean also acknowledged the cancellation by reposting Fenway Park's announcement to his Instagram Stories. Meanwhile, frustrated concertgoers flooded social media demanding transparency. 'Someone's gotta say something about what happened at least,' a fan commented on Aldean's unrelated post. The last-minute cancellation has left thousands of ticketholders with unanswered questions—and hopes for rescheduled performances remain uncertain. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Time of India
30-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Shakira, Jason Aldean, and Brooks and Dunn Fenway shows abruptly cancelled just hours before showtime—Here's what we know
Boston was buzzing with excitement as global superstar Shakira and country heavyweights Jason Aldean and Brooks & Dunn were all set to light up Fenway Park this week—but in a dramatic turn of events, the highly anticipated concerts were cancelled at the last minute, leaving fans heartbroken and demanding answers. Late Wednesday, just hours before the first show was set to begin, Fenway's official concert account dropped the bombshell via Instagram and X: 'Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Shakira and Jason Aldean and Brooks & Dunn performances originally scheduled for May 29th and May 30th, respectively, at Fenway Park have been cancelled.' And just like that, months of planning and excitement evaporated. While ticket refunds were promised, no clear reason was initially given—adding to the swirl of speculation and frustration online. But behind the vague 'unforeseen circumstances,' sources told TMZ that Boston Inspectional Services pulled the plug due to building issues—specifically, safety concerns related to the stage's structural integrity. PEOPLE later confirmed with a source that a routine pre-show inspection flagged critical faults, leading to the shutdown. 'All team members are safe,' the source assured—but that didn't stop the rumour mill from churning. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch CFD với công nghệ và tốc độ tốt hơn IC Markets Đăng ký Undo In the comment section of Fenway Concerts' cancellation post, fans claimed stage construction issues were to blame. 'The stage roof buckled when trying to mount one of the big screens,' one person alleged. Needless to say, the cancellation sparked a wave of disappointment—many fans had flown in, booked hotels, and taken time off work. 'They better refund people for plane tickets and hotels too. BS!!!' one fan fumed. To make matters more bittersweet, Shakira herself had already arrived in Boston. Just a day before the announcement, she took to Instagram Stories with a cheerful 'Hello, Boston! What a sweet welcome!' alongside a photo of a table full of colourful macaroons and framed photos of the singer—likely a warm welcome from her hotel or team. Adding salt to the wound, Fenway Park had reshared Shakira's post only hours before announcing the cancellation. Jason Aldean, for his part, simply reposted the venue's message to his Instagram Stories—no additional statement, no elaboration. Still, fans flooded his page with messages of disappointment: 'Huge fan, Jason… someone's gotta say something about what happened at least.' With no rescheduled dates announced yet and lingering questions about what really went wrong backstage, fans are left stunned—and hoping their favourite stars can find a way to make it up to them soon. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Shakira, Jason Aldean concerts canceled at Fenway Park due to ‘unforeseen circumstances'
Fenway Park has announced that Thursday night's Shakira concert had to be canceled for 'unforeseen circumstances.' The Jason Aldean and Brooks & Dunn concert scheduled for Friday has also been canceled. Fenway concerts posted on Facebook that all refunds will be honored and available at the customer's point of purchase. 'Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Shakira and Jason Aldean and Brooks & Dunn performances originally scheduled for May 29th and May 30th respectively at Fenway Park have been canceled,' the Facebook post reads. " We apologize for the inconvenience." The cancellations are doubly disappointing for fans who had hoped to see Shakira last year at TD Garden before she rescheduled her North American tour. On Wednesday night, Shakira posted on social media that she couldn't wait to be on stage in Boston. This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available. Download the FREE Boston 25 News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Boston 25 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch Boston 25 News NOW
Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Cody Johnson joins Brooks & Dunn on 'Red Dirt Road' for ACM Awards performance
In the past two years, Texan Cody Johnson has achieved 12 Academy of Country Music Award nominations while touring the world and selling out Nashville's Bridgestone Arena on multiple evenings. His performance of "Red Dirt Road" with Brooks & Dunn at the 2025 ACM Awards on May 8 felt like a coronation moment. The trio had the crowd on its feet as they ripped through the classic song. However, like the horses the authentic rodeo cowboy still rides, he's not letting any dirt settle under his feet. Johnson initially recorded a version of "Red Dirt Road" for the Country Music Hall of Fame-inducted tandem's "Reboot" album in 2019. Brooks & Dunn also paid back the favor by collaborating with Johnson on his "Leather" album track "Long Live Country Music" in 2023. Johnson said the legendary performers have always treated him "like family." Over the past five years, they've grown from not knowing each other to Brooks and Dunn serving as mentors of sorts to the "The Painter" vocalist. "Like Reba McEntire, Kix and Ronnie are my heroes who have become my friends," Johnson said. Johnson delved deeper and established a connection to artists like Waylon Jennings and Willie Nelson, whose legacies have paved the way for the one he now has the opportunity to uphold in the current era. "Texas has always made country music fun and exciting," he said. "I love this music, but I'm already thinking about trying to outdo it," Johnson told The Tennessean in November about his award-nominated songs of late. At the ACMs, he took home song of the year. Along with moments like sharing the ACM Awards stage with Brooks & Dunn, the performer said he is excited about his next career steps. He took home song of the year earlier in the night. "I'm excited by how good these songs make me feel. Also, I thrive on the pressure of competition, even if it's with myself. In every way, I'm prepared to put forth my best effort to set a higher standard of success." This article originally appeared on Nashville Tennessean: ACM Awards 2025: Brooks & Dunn sing 'Red Dirt Road' with Cody Johnson
