US singer Keyshia Cole has been forced to postpone her South African tour following the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles. Cole's home was unfortunately affected by the fires, prompting her to prioritize her family's safety and well-being. The organizers of her South African concerts have expressed their regret and assured fans that a new schedule will be announced soon.
US singer Keyshia Cole 's shows in South Africa have been postponed yet again due to the devastating wildfires that ravaged Los Angeles. Her home was unfortunately affected by the fires, forcing her to prioritize her family's safety and well-being. The news of Cole's tour postponement came from the organizers of her South African concerts who stated that they have been working tirelessly to assess the situation and make the best decision considering these unforeseen and heartbreaking events.
Cole was originally scheduled to perform in South Africa next weekend, starting with a concert at Pretoria's Time Square on Friday, January 24th, followed by a performance at Carnival City on Saturday, and concluding with a final show in Cape Town on Sunday. However, due to the recent LA fires, the tour has been postponed indefinitely.The organizers assured fans that they will finalize the new plans as soon as possible and provide further details by the end of next week. This marks the second postponement of Cole's South African tour. The initial schedule had her performing in September of last year, but those shows were also delayed due to unforeseen circumstances. After the first postponement, new dates and venues were announced, with January 2025 set as the substitute date. The original plan included a performance at Sun City, but the venue was later changed to Emperor's Palace. Then, without prior announcement, the second show during the tour was shifted from Emperor's Palace to Carnival City.News of Cole's home being affected by the LA fires spread quickly through social media. Her hairstylist, Jonathan Wright, shared a post on Instagram, expressing his concern and asking people to send prayers for Cole, her family, and her children. Wright revealed that he and Cole were in Miami a week prior to the fire, and returning home to this devastation was 'mind-blowing.' Actress Christel Smith, a South African-born resident of Los Angeles, also shared her experience of losing her home to the devastating wildfires. While thankfully her animals were saved, Smith stated that her house was cordoned off, and she was unable to return to assess the damage. The LA fires have caused widespread destruction, claiming at least 20 lives and burning down over 12,000 homes and structures.
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