Severe flu sends singer Luis Miguel to a hospital after his concert in Santiago, Chile

Mexican singer Luis Miguel faces health scare in Santiago; severe flu cited as cause; journalist Gutiérrez offers updates on his condition.

Luis Miguel, the esteemed Mexican singer, who recently awed fans with ten historic concerts in Buenos Aires, faced an unforeseen health scare in Santiago, the capital of Chile. Early Tuesday, as Santiago awoke to its routine, local media was abuzz with reports of “El Sol” being rushed to a hospital in the city’s eastern sector.

The singer’s unexpected hospitalization sent ripples of concern throughout both national and international entertainment circles. Only hours after the conclusion of his first Santiago performance, fans and the media were left wondering about the condition of this iconic performer. The cause of this emergency emerged as the day unfolded. It was reported that Luis Miguel had been grappling with the effects of a severe flu, an ailment that had plagued him since August 19.

Luis Miguel was hospitalized after his first presentation in Chile. PHOTO: Special
Luis Miguel was hospitalized after his first presentation in Chile. PHOTO: Special

How is Luis Miguel’s health?

Information published by journalist Cecilia Gutiérrez on her Instagram account. PHOTO: Special
Information published by journalist Cecilia Gutiérrez on her Instagram account. PHOTO: Special

Cecilia Gutiérrez, a prominent Chilean journalist, was among the first to share details about the singer’s condition. She recounted how the voice behind hits like “La Bikina” had to be immediately taken to the hospital due to the severity of his flu. Through her Instagram, Gutiérrez reassured countless fans about the singer’s health. “El Sol is fine, just in case. It’s a feverish state, but it doesn’t mean he’s canceling his concerts. It’s the temperature changes,” she posted, accompanied by a lighthearted smiley face emoji.

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While there hasn’t been any official communication from the singer or his team about this incident, Gutiérrez’s post made it clear that Luis Miguel remains devoted to his audience. He reportedly has no plans to cancel any of his scheduled Chilean performances — a decision that has earned him applause from fans, especially given his past unpredictability.

According to Gutiérrez, "El Sol" will not cancel any of his performances in Chile. PHOTO: Special
According to Gutiérrez, “El Sol” will not cancel any of his performances in Chile. PHOTO: Special

The enigmatic nature of Luis Miguel’s personal life is well-known. Thus, both press and fans remain hopeful that he will soon address the matter publicly. If not through a statement, then perhaps by gracing the stage for his next scheduled performance, thereby dispelling any lingering rumors about his health.