Los Angeles, CA – Colombian singer Karol G reassured fans of her safety following a terrifying incident that led to her private jet making an emergency landing in Los Angeles on February 29. In a statement shared on her Instagram story on March 1, the singer, whose real name is Carolina Giraldo Navarro, expressed gratitude for the concern shown by her followers and confirmed that she, her family, and team were unharmed.
Karol G emphasized the importance of faith and gratitude in her message, stating that she believes in divine protection and the blessings of life and health. The emergency landing at Van Nuys Airport in LA occurred after smoke filled the cockpit of the plane, prompting the pilots to turn back shortly after takeoff from Burbank Airport.
Video footage captured the singer and other passengers disembarking from the plane and embracing on the tarmac after the safe landing. Fortunately, no injuries were reported despite the tense situation. This incident came during a period of significant achievements for Karol G, who recently made her acting debut in the Netflix series “Griselda,” won her first Grammy Award, and was honored as Billboard’s 2024 Woman of the Year.
Having previously received multiple Latin Grammy Awards and other accolades for her music, Karol G is currently on tour in Latin America as part of her “Mañana Será Bonito Tour,” with a performance scheduled in Guatemala on March 1. The singer’s resilience and positive outlook have been evident throughout her career, resonating with fans who appreciate her talent and strength in the face of adversity.