As Texas reels from deadly floods that claimed dozens of lives, former “The Voice” coach Shakira is stepping up to help.
Flash floods swept through the Texas Hill Country over the holiday weekend, leaving over 75 people dead, according to Reuters.
The global superstar announced that she is donating a portion of the proceeds from her San Antonio concert to support victims and their families.
Shakira Arrives in San Antonio & Shares Heartfelt Message After Texas Flood Tragedy
(Photo by Jason Kempin/Getty Images for MTV)Colombian superstar Shakira arrived in San Antonio on the evening of Friday, July 5, ahead of her Las Mujeres No Lloran tour stop at the Alamodome. The performance came after a previously postponed show due to stage structural issues.
Upon landing, the 48-year-old singer took to social media to share her heartbreak over the flooding.
“I just landed in San Antonio, and I’m devastated after hearing the news of the floods, the deaths, and the young girls that are still missing,” she wrote in Spanish. “I can’t help but think about their families and their immense hurt. My prayers are with you on this sad day.”
Shakira Announces Donation to Catholic Charities for Flood Relief
Just hours before stepping onstage Saturday night, Shakira shared an emotional message with fans on X (formerly Twitter), announcing that she would donate a portion of her show’s proceeds to Catholic Charities of San Antonio, which has launched a flood relief fund.
“Dear San Antonio, Our hearts and prayers are with those affected by the flood in Central Texas,” she wrote. “We are donating a portion of tonight’s show proceeds to Catholic Charities of San Antonio, who are providing disaster relief to the families impacted.”
Shakira urged her followers to contribute if they could.
“If you would like to join me in donating, please click on the link below. Your help is important and appreciated.”
She included a direct link to Catholic Charities’ donation platform, encouraging her fan base to take collective action.
A Star Using Her Platform to Help in Real Time
(Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)While the night marked a return to the stage for Shakira, it also became a moment of compassion and leadership.
Her quick response to local tragedy and willingness to turn her performance into a means of support highlight her deep connection to the communities she visits.
Shakira closed out her rescheduled San Antonio show Saturday night not just with music, but with heart, using the moment to acknowledge the devastating floods in Texas and shine a light on ongoing relief efforts.
According to KSAT News, midway through her concert, the energy in the arena shifted as a solemn hush swept over the crowd.
Shakira paused to address the heartbreaking floods that had taken dozens of lives in Central Texas.
“I want to dedicate this concert to those no longer with us,” she said, her voice steady but emotional, encouraging fans to hold their loved ones a little closer that night.
“San Antonio, my heart is with you tonight more than ever,” she added. “Tonight, we are one.”
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Shakira Donates Part of Concert Earnings to Support Texas Flood Relief