Shakira Accused of Diva-Esque Behavior

By Michael Lopez

Sure she may prance around barefoot and wear casual clothes, but concert promoters in Mexico City are claiming that Colombian songstress Shakira is actually a high-end diva! TV y Novelas posted a recent article about her alleged onstage demands and they are actually a bit shocking.

Organizers at the massive Foro Sol stadium have gone public about the requirements of Shakira’s handlers. Among other things, there must a private Shaki room built from scratch in the middle of the stage. Claiming it’s for costume changes, the idea of an additional dressing room does seem odd since Foro Sol already provides luxurious suites for its performers.

Other demands include multiple bodyguards at all times and a strict rule about no one stepping on the stage before Shaki. Even her opening acts must use rugs when they perform and can never put their shoes on the same flooring as the She-Wolf.

Seeing how she does sing a lot of her songs shoeless, that does make some sense but still seems quite odd for a personality as laid-back as Shakira’s. Could it be her increased star power that’s making her more high-maintenance or perhaps a new influence in her life (who happens to know a lot about stadiums)?

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Tags Celebrities, Chisme, Concerts, Foro Sol, Música, Shakira