Shakira Sends Autographed Guitar To Hugo Chávez

By Michael Lopez

We all know that Shakira has a famous generous streak, but the pop star's latest gift has stirred up quite a bit of chisme. It seems that after missing a meeting with Hugo Chávez, Shaki sent the controversial Venezuelan president an autographed red guitar.

Never one to shy away from publicity, Chávez had the country's Information Minister post a picture of the glossy six-string on Twitter this weekend. Hugo, who fashions himself quite the singer, even bragged about using the instrument to play a few songs.

"Es una guitarra moderna ,” Chávez said. “Estuve practicando y cantando algunas canciones viejas."

He went on to say that he took Shaki's gesture a symbol to keep fighting for the peace and unity of his people. But many in her home country of Colombia may not be on the same page.

Last year, Hugo publicly severed ties with Colombia, creating quite a bit of animosity between the two nations. And while we know that Shakira always has the best intentions with everything she does, you've got to wonder if gestures like this may cost her a few hometown fans.

What do you think about Shaki’s gift to Chávez? Sound off in the comments or @MTV3.

Tags Chisme, Colombia, Hugo Chavez, Politics, Shakira, Venezuela