Shakira expecting her first child

US: Colombian singer Shakira announced on Wednesday that she is expecting her first child with Spanish footballer Gerard Pique, Writing on her website, Shakira told her fans: ‘As some of you may know, Gerard and I are very happy awaiting the arrival of our first baby!

‘At this time we have decided to give priority to this unique moment in our lives and postpone all the promotional activities planned over the next few days.’ The singer was expected to perform at the iHeartRadio Music Festival at the MGM Grand Hotel and Casino this weekend in Las Vegas, but had now cancelled her appearance.

‘This means I will not be able to be a part of the iHeartRadio Music Festival, but I’m sure this weekend in Las Vegas will be spectacular and I will be closely following everything that happens there!’ she went on to say in the statement. DAILY MAIL