Shakira pulls out of Latin Grammys due to 'personal matters'

Pop star Shakira has scrapped a series of appearances including Latin Grammys due to 'personal matters'.

The 32-year-old Colombian star announced the news via Twitter just hours after sharing behind-the-scenes footage of herself and

Maluma

responding to their new single 'Chantaje' online.


The singer posted the sad news in both English and Spanish, tweeting, "Due to personal matters, I won't be able to travel to Las Vegas & LA to attend the Latin Grammys or the American Music Awards this year.


'I will be accompanying @carlosvives in spirit @LatinGRAMMYs, celebrating this incredible year that we've shared together with #LaBicicleta.'

Vives and Shakira will compete for the coveted Record of the Year honor at the 2016 Latin

Grammy Awards

.

Listen to the songs of Shakira on Gaana.com

No other details about why Shakira will be a no-show at the awards ceremonies has been revealed.