Quick Info
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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| Hometown | Barranquilla, Colombia |
| Nationality | Colombian |
| Date of Birth | 02/02/1977 |
| Age | 49 years |
| Birthplace | Barranquilla, Atlántico, Colombia |
Latest News about Shakira
31/05/2025
Shakira canceled a scheduled Washington, D.C. performance after previously canceling a Boston show due to a tour production issue. The cancellations disrupted the North American leg of her tour and were reported as logistical, not artistic, setbacks.
24/02/2025
Shakira postponed a concert in Medellín because of safety concerns after damage to the stage roof. The show was delayed while organizers addressed the problem and ensured the venue could meet safety standards.
12/02/2025
Shakira launched her first world tour in seven years with the Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran tour. The tour marked a major return to large-scale live performances after an extended gap from global touring.
03/02/2025
Shakira won Best Latin Pop Album at the 2025 Grammy Awards for Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran. The award added to her long Grammy history and came during a year in which she was actively promoting the album and its tour.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll |
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| Nickname | Shaki |
| Profession | Singer, Songwriter, Dancer, Record Producer |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 2" |
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| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color | Brown (Dyed blonde) |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | La Ensenanza School, Barranquilla |
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| College/University | University of California, Los Angeles |
| Educational Qualification | University drop-out |
Personal Life
| Religion | Roman Catholic |
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| Ethnicity | Italian, Spanish and Lebanese |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Separated |
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| Current Relationship Status | Single |
Family
| Father | William Mebarak Chadid |
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| Mother | Nidia del Carmen Ripoll Torrado |
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Career
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| Fan Mail Address | Shakira, Roc Nation, 1411 Broadway, 39th Floor, New York, NY 10018-3410, USA | ||||||||
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Favourites
| Color | Black |
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| Animal | Horse |
| Actor | Hugh Grant |
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| Perfume | Issey Miyake Perfumes |
| Book | The Prophet (Khalil Gibran) |
| Writer | Oriana Fallaci |
| Food | Pancakes with Jam |
| Song | With or Without You (U2) |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/shakira/ | |
| https://www.facebook.com/shakira | |
| https://twitter.com/shakira |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Shakira is multilingual, being fluent in Spanish, English, and Portuguese. | |
| 2. She has three dogs named Coquito, Chan, and Gordita, showing her love for dogs. | |
| 3. The best-selling song of 2002 was Wherever, Whenever. | |
| 4. Hips Don’t Lie is recognized as the best-selling song of the century. | |
| 5. Shakira has an impressive list of awards, including two Grammys, 26 Latin-American Grammy Awards, five MTV Music Awards, and a Golden Globe nomination. | |
| 6. She has a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. | |
| 7. Shakira wrote her first poem at the age of four. | |
| 8. Her passion for performance was sparked by witnessing Belly Dance at a restaurant with her father. | |
| 9. Shakira and her partner Gerard Pique share the same birthday. | |
| 10. By the time she was 13, Shakira gained recognition in her hometown. | |
| 11. Sony Columbia signed her after watching her perform three songs. | |
| 12. Hips Don’t Lie topped the charts in 55 countries. | |
| 13. Forbes named Shakira the highest-earning female artist of 2008. | |
| 14. Shakira founded the Pies Descalzos Foundation to support underprivileged children in Colombia. | |
| 15. In 2003, she received a Humanitarian Award. | |
| 16. Belly Dancing was taught to her by her grandmother. | |
| 17. Shakira has a fondness for Bollywood and its music. | |
| 18. She has an impressive list of awards, including two Grammys, 26 Latin-American Grammy Awards, five MTV Music Awards, and a Golden Globe nomination | |
| 19. She wrote her first song at age 8 | |
| 20. She signed her first record deal at age 13 | |
| 21. Her breakthrough album Pies Descalzos (1995) sold over 4 million copies worldwide and hit number one in eight countries | |
| 22. Daughter of a Lebanese father and a Colombian mother | |
| 23. Started belly dancing as a child |