| Key Information | Details |
|---|
| Full Name | Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll |
| Stage Name | Shakira |
| Height | Approximately 5 ft 0 in (152 cm); published listings differ |
| Net Worth | Estimated $300 million; this is a public estimate, not a confirmed financial statement |
| Date of Birth | February 2, 1977 |
| Age | 49 years old as of October 20, 2026 |
| Birthplace | Barranquilla, Atlántico, Colombia |
| Nationality | Colombian |
| Ethnic Background | Lebanese heritage through her father and Spanish heritage through her mother |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius |
| Nickname | Shak and Shaki are commonly listed nicknames |
| Profession | Singer, songwriter, dancer, record producer and philanthropist |
| Famous For | Her distinctive voice, signature dance moves and international hits, including “Hips Don’t Lie,” “Whenever, Wherever” and “Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)” |
| Music Genres | Latin pop, pop, rock, dance-pop and Latin music |
| Languages in Music | Spanish and English, with music and performances reflecting her multicultural influences |
| Years Active | Since the early 1990s |
| Father | William Mebarak Chadid, a writer and businessman of Lebanese descent |
| Mother | Nidia Ripoll Torrado, of Colombian and Spanish heritage |
| Siblings | Shakira is her parents’ only child together and has eight or nine paternal half-siblings, depending on the biographical account |
| Marital Status | Not married |
| Husband | No husband; Shakira has never publicly confirmed a marriage |
| Former Long-Term Partner | Gerard Piqué, the former Spanish professional footballer |
| Relationship with Gerard Piqué | Their relationship lasted from around 2011 until their separation in 2022 |
| Children | Two sons: Milan Piqué Mebarak and Sasha Piqué Mebarak |
| First Son | Milan, born in January 2013 |
| Second Son | Sasha, born in January 2015 |
| Current Relationship Status | No marriage has been publicly confirmed; details of her private dating life should not be assumed |
| Education | Attended school in Barranquilla, including Colegio La Enseñanza |
| Formal Music Education | Developed her skills through early songwriting, singing, performance and practical music experience |
| Early Interest in Music | Began writing poetry and songs during childhood and showed an early interest in performing |
| Early Record Deal | Signed with Sony Music Colombia as a young teenager |
| Debut Album | Magia (1991) |
| Second Album | Peligro (1993) |
| Breakthrough Spanish-Language Album | Pies Descalzos (1995) |
| Major Follow-Up Album | ¿Dónde Están los Ladrones? (1998) |
| English-Language Breakthrough | Laundry Service (2001) |
| Other Major Albums | Fijación Oral, Vol. 1 (2005), Oral Fixation, Vol. 2 (2005), She Wolf (2009), Sale el Sol (2010), Shakira (2014), El Dorado (2017) and Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran (2024) |
| Popular Songs | “Hips Don’t Lie,” “Whenever, Wherever,” “Waka Waka,” “Underneath Your Clothes,” “La Tortura,” “She Wolf,” “Loca,” “Chantaje” and “Bzrp Music Sessions, Vol. 53” |
| World Cup Connection | Performed “Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)”, the official song of the 2010 FIFA World Cup |
| Super Bowl Performance | Co-headlined the 2020 Super Bowl halftime show with Jennifer Lopez |
| Acting and Voice Work | Voiced Gazelle in the animated film Zootopia (2016) |
| Awards and Recognition | Has won multiple Grammy Awards, Latin Grammy Awards and Billboard music honours |
| Grammy Recognition | Recognised for her work in Latin pop and Latin music |
| Humanitarian Work | Founded the Pies Descalzos Foundation, supporting education and opportunities for children in Colombia |
| UNICEF Role | Appointed a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador in 2003 |
| Hobbies and Interests | Music, songwriting, dancing, reading and creative performance are among her publicly documented interests |
| Height in Centimetres | Approximately 152 cm, although some publications list different measurements |
| Weight | Not reliably confirmed; current weight should not be guessed |
| Hair Colour | Naturally dark brown; frequently known for blonde hair during much of her international career |
| Eye Colour | Brown |
| Instagram | @shakira |
| Other Social Media | Maintains a public presence on major social platforms; account details should be checked before publication |
| Main Sources of Income | Music recordings, songwriting royalties, concert tours, performances, brand partnerships and other commercial projects |
| Touring and Live Performances | International tours and live shows have played a significant role in her career and earnings |
| Business Activities | Has worked on music-related commercial projects, endorsements and brand collaborations |
| Property and Assets | Has been associated with high-value property over the years, but a complete current asset list is not publicly verified |
| Cars and Personal Collections | A complete, reliable inventory of her current cars, watches and private collections is not publicly established |
| Estimated Career Earnings | Not publicly confirmed as a single total; reported net-worth figures are estimates |
| Public Image | Known for energetic performances, distinctive vocal delivery, multilingual music and global appeal |
| Career Legacy | Helped bring Latin pop to wider international audiences and influenced generations of singers and performers |
| Current Career | Continues to be recognised for her music catalogue, live performances and releases, including the Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran era |
| Overall Profile | A globally successful Colombian artist, known for her music, dancing, philanthropy and long-standing influence on international pop culture |
