Shakira
Born Feb. 2, 1977
Shakira, born Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll, is a Colombian singer, musician, dancer and philanthropist. She emerged in the Latin music scene in the early 1990s and reached stardom for her distinct style of rock when she released Pies Descalzos in Latin America in 1995. After her crossover pop single “Whenever, Wherever” was released in 2001, Shakira found success in the United States and worldwide with her first English album, Laundry Service. She has won two Grammys, seven Latin Grammys and is the highest-selling Colombian artist of all time.
Latinos have greatly impacted the music industry thanks to our raw talent, diverse influences, and immense creativity. In honor of the 2013 Grammy Awards on Sunday, we are honoring the best Latino singers and pop artists of all time! Find out who made the cut below!
In honor of the upcoming 2013 Grammy Awards this Sunday, we are celebrating fun facts of past Latino winners. Sharpen your Grammys trivia skills about your favorite artists below:
1. Juanes is making Grammy history! The Colombian singer will become the fifth Latino musician to perform live in the show's 55-year history. Shakira, Ricky Martin, Jennifer...
Adorable! Shakira and Gerard Piqué shared this sweet photo of their newborn son, Milan Piqué Mebarak. The Colombian pop star gave birth to the bundle of joy on January 22 in Barcelona.
The picture is available on the couple’s UNICEF website, which encourages fans to donated $5 - $110 to help children in need. A few weeks ago, Shakira also hosted...
Shakira turns 36 today! While the Colombian pop star celebrates newfound motherhood, we are honoring her by counting down all of the ways she has made the world a better place. Let us count the ways...
The estrellas are stepping out today, and we've got the photos to prove it!
The estrellas are stepping out today, and we've got the photos to prove it!
The estrellas are stepping out today, and we've got the photos to prove it!
Whoever said guys are the only gender with the competitive nature to cheer when their team scores the winning touchdown, pitches a no-hitter, or edges out the opposing team in penalty kicks, is sorely mistaken. These Latina sports fans are proof that with a little face paint and a lot of heart, the ladies in the stands can be just as influential in helping to propel their teams to victory!
The estrellas are stepping out today, and we've got the photos to prove it!
Shakira is in baby heaven! The Colombian pop singer and her Spanish boyfriend, Gerard Piqué, were all smiles as they exited the Barcelona hospital over the weekend where the “Hips Don’t Lie” singer gave birth to their son Milan five days earlier.
The new parents were surrounded by paparazzi as they were being driven to their home. Baby Milan was nowhere to be seen. Looks like...
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