Pop icon Shakira was forced to abruptly leave the stage during her performance at LIV Miami after an inappropriate incident involving some members of the audience. The “Waka Waka” singer was performing her new single Soltera when she noticed a few people attempting to film up her skirt. The incident, captured in pictures and videos circulating online, showed a visibly upset Shakira stopping mid-performance as she became aware of the situation.
In one of the videos shared by a fan page on X (formerly Twitter), Shakira can be seen pulling down her skirt with both hands and shaking her head in disapproval. She gestured towards the crowd, signaling her discomfort and highlighting the inappropriate behavior. Although she briefly resumed dancing, Shakira ultimately made a sudden exit from the stage. She was later seen being greeted by VIP fans and escorted by her security team.
Shakira leaves the stage after people were filming under her dress whilst she was dancing to her new single. People are GROSS. pic.twitter.com/AxlBw6yFZL
— FEIM (@FeimM_) September 15, 2024
The incident quickly gained traction on social media, with fans and internet users expressing outrage over the violation of the singer’s privacy. Many condemned the behavior, labeling it as gross and disrespectful. One user wrote, “Shakira leaves the stage after people were filming under her dress whilst she was dancing to her new single. People are GROSS.” Another user echoed this sentiment, calling for legal consequences, stating, “Whoever was filming should be arrested for sexual assault.”
Support for Shakira poured in across social platforms, with fans voicing their shock at the unacceptable behavior. One comment read, “That’s just beyond gross. Shakira had every right to walk off, no one should have to deal with that kind of disrespect, especially when she’s just out there performing her music.” Another fan called out the crowd’s actions, writing, “People are GROSS. Such types of people are mentally ill.”
This incident comes a few months after Shakira opened up about her emotional struggles following her high-profile breakup with long-time partner, Spanish soccer star Gerard Piqué. In an interview with Rolling Stone, Shakira likened the heartbreak to a physical sensation, saying it felt like “being stabbed in the chest.” Despite public scrutiny, rumors of infidelity, and personal challenges, including a tax fraud case and her father’s health issues, Shakira found solace in her music, using it as an outlet for healing.
The incident in Miami has once again sparked discussions on the importance of respecting artists’ privacy and boundaries during live performances.
