Shakira's net worth in 2024: Here is why the celebrity is so rich
Shakira's wealth has made headlines again as she faces a second tax fraud investigation in Spain. The Colombian celebrity is a singer, songwriter, dancer, voice actor, record producer and entrepreneur. Each talent she has is more money in the bank.
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Due to her split from Gerard Piqué, the Colombian performer will be moving from Spain to Miami, USA, and she is taking her impressive car collection with her. She is rumoured to pay over $15 million to transport her fleet of 10 luxury cars.
Shakira's profile and bio summary
| Full name | Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll |
| Date of birth | 2 February 1977 |
| Age | 47 years old (as of 2024) |
| Birth sign | Aquarius |
| Place of birth | Barranquilla, Colombia |
| Current residence | Miami, United States of America |
| Nationality | Colombian |
| Religion | Roman Catholic |
| Ethnicity | White |
| Height | 5'1'' |
| Weight | 119 lbs |
| Eye colour | Dark brown |
| Hair colour | Honey-blonde |
| Gender | Female |
| Orientation | Heterosexual |
| Relationship status | Single |
| Ex-partners | Antonio de la RúaGerard Piqué |
| Children | Milan Piqué MebarakSasha Piqué Mebarak |
| Parents | Nidia Ripoll TorradoWilliam Mebarak Chadid |
| Siblings | Nine |
| Education | University of Pennsylvania |
| Profession | SingerDancerSongwriterComposer |
| Social media | InstagramTwitterFacebookTikTok |
How old is Shakira?
The songstress was born on 2 February 1977 and celebrated her 47th birthday in 2024. She is from Barranquilla, Colombia. Shakira has nine older half-siblings from her father's previous marriage.
Shakira's parents
The Colombian singer's parents are Nidia Ripoll Torrado and William Mebarak Chadid, and she is the only child they share. According to reports, William was born in New York and is from a Lebanese family. He is a published author, and his wife, Nidia, is a painter.
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Is Shakira married?
She has never married but has been in two long-term relationships. Before her more notable relationship with soccer player Gerard Piqué, the Waka Waka singer was in a decade-long relationship with Antonio de la Rúa.
Shakira and Antonio de la Rúa
According to sources, Antonio is the son of the late Argentine president Fernando de la Rúa. He was Shakira's lawyer and romantic partner. They were together from 2000 to 2010 but maintained a professional relationship as he remained her lawyer after their split.
However, in 2012 and 2013, they would find themselves in court on opposing sides, as Antonio argued he deserved compensation for all the years he worked for the songstress and claimed he helped make her career. The court dismissed the case.
Shakira and Gerard Piqué
The Can't Remember to Forget You singer first met Gerard Piqué in 2010 on the Waka Waka (This Time For Africa) music video set. As per reports, they went public with their relationship in 2011 and made their red carpet debut in January 2012 at the 2011 FIFA Ballon d'Or Awards gala in Switzerland.
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In an interview on 60 Minutes in 2020, the Colombian singer shared her views on marriage. She revealed that tying the knot scared her and could take some of the mystery out of her relationship with the Barcelona defender.
After an 11-year relationship, the couple went their separate ways following allegations of Piqué's infidelity.
How many kids does Shakira have?
The She Wolf hitmaker has two children with her ex-boyfriend Gerard Piqué. Their first son, Milan, was born on 22 January 2012, and their second son, Sasha, was born on 29 January 2015. Both boys were born in Barcelona, Spain.
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Shakira's career
According to sources, the Beautiful Liar singer started writing songs and belly dancing early in her life. In 1990, a theatre producer helped get the young artist an audition with a Sony Colombia executive, which led to her first record deal.
After the dismal performance of her first two albums, Magia (1991) and Peligro (1993), she took a break from her singing career to focus on school. She returned in 1995 with her album Pies Descalzos, which produced several hits.
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In 1998 and 1999, Shakira's album releases catapulted her to international success, which prompted her to release her first English album, Laundry Service, and establish herself in the American market. The album sold 200,000 copies within the first week of release.
In 2005, the famed belly dancer released her second English album, Oral Fixation, which produced the global hit Hips Don't Lie. According to sources, she has sold 125 million records (albums and singles) worldwide.
How rich is Shakira?
The pop singer and dancer is reportedly the highest-selling Colombian artist ever, which is why fans have been asking how rich Shakira is.
How much money does Shakira have in 2024?
The La Tortura singer has an estimated net worth of $300 million. She amassed her wealth through the expansive career she started at age 13.
Why is Shakira so rich?
The singer's primary source of income is her music, which includes digital single sales, album sales and world tours. Furthermore, sources claim she sold her publishing catalogue for $100 million in February 2021.
In 2008, she signed a massive 10-year deal with Live Nation worth $70 million to $100 million after leaving her label, Sony. The songwriter has had an endorsement deal with Pepsi for years. She was also a judge on The Voice and was paid $12 million.
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Who is richer, JLO or Shakira?
Both women are multitalented, which means multiple streams of money. Jennifer Lopez has an estimated net worth of $400 million, which means Jenny From the Block has $100 million more than Shakira.
Who is more rich, Piqué or Shakira?
Gerard Piqué has spent 15 seasons at FC Barcelona and played 102 games for the Spanish national team. Shakira's husband's net worth is reportedly $80 million, which is $220 million less than his ex-girlfriend's net worth.
Shakira has enjoyed enormous success in her music career and has broken barriers. She has sold millions of albums, continues to tour worldwide, and has an endorsement deal with Pepsi. All this has contributed to her impressive wealth.
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