Shakira and Pique’s high-profile breakup is one of the greatest separation stories in the soccer world. The breakup came to the couple’s fans as a shock. The two celebrities were madly in love with each other and there weren’t any worrying signs between the two. But the duo eventually decided to call it quits after dating for 11 years.
BREAKING: Shakira has confirmed her split with her footballer partner Gerard Piqué after more than a decade together.https://t.co/z9duaNEFdl
— Metro (@MetroUK) June 4, 2022
It’s been almost 2 years since the breakup, and both have carried on with their careers. Gerard Pique announced his retirement from soccer shortly after on November 4, 2022. The FC Barcelona soccer player is now focusing on his business ventures. Among his numerous initiatives is the exciting Kings League, a very modern take on the game that has garnered lots of attention.
While Shakira is doing what she does best. The Colombian singer has released several songs and featured in some amazing music videos. This has earned her a lot of recognition and added to her already huge list of awards. Here’s everything about the Colombian’s adventures since her breakup in June 2022:
List of Shakira’s achievements and accolades in 2023
Shakira has been on a climb ever since her break up with the ex-Barcelona Defender.
Shakira’s big wins at the 2023 Billboard Latin Awards
Shakira absolutely lit up the 2023 Billboard Latin Awards. At the event held in Miami, USA, the 46-year-old bagged two prestigious awards. She won the Latin Pop Artist of the Year, Solo award exemplifying her phenomenal singing skills. The Artist had a great 2023 year with a string of chart-topping songs.
Shakira attends the 24th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards. pic.twitter.com/p1ApoAzkvV
— 21 (@21metgala) November 16, 2023
She also received the award for Latin Pop Song Award at the event. Shakira’s collaboration with Argentine producer Bizarrap on “Bzrp Music Sessions, Vol. 53” was one of the greatest hits in the Latin pop scene in the calendar year. The song was shared by several users and found its place in the playlists of many users.
Shakira was named Woman of The Year at a Billboard Event
Shakira created history in May 2023 with her unprecedented achievement. Billboard honored her with the Women Of The Year award at the first-ever Latin Women In Music event. The pop star received the award for her contributions to the music industry.
Rolling Stone en Español names Shakira’s upcoming album as one of the most anticipated of 2024. — https://t.co/8WXvlqzZOW pic.twitter.com/Cm8MxwpP6s
— shakirastuff | fan account (@shakirastuff_) December 21, 2023
The organization recognized her efforts to bring recognition to the industry and inspire Latin women through her career and philanthropic ventures. Shakira has for a long time, been creating some of the most streamed songs all over the world. Her songs like ‘Hips Don’t Lie’, ‘Whenever Wherever’, ‘Waka Waka’ (This Time For Africa), and ‘She Wolf’ gained her worldwide attention.
Shakira won the Video Vanguard Award at the 2023 VMAs
The MTV Video Music Awards is one of the most credible award shows of all time. The Vanguard Award is one of the very prestigious awards given out during the ceremony. The award’s greatness speaks volumes, when we look at some of the past recipients: Beyonce, Niki Minaj, Madonna, Jennifer Lopez, Rihanna, etc.
Video Vanguard recipient Shakira performs her top hits at the 2023 #VMAs pic.twitter.com/7snWebNZEe
— The Hollywood Reporter (@THR) September 13, 2023
The Colombian singer joined this elite list of celebrities with her win in the 2023 edition of the VMAs. Shakira has been a trailblazer in the Latin music industry with her incredible singing and performance skills. The 46-year-old continues to be performing at the highest level, inspiring her millions of fans worldwide.
Shakira also gave a terrific performance at the award ceremony that set the stage on fire. This was also her first stage performance at the VMAs in 17 long years. the Colombian performer has won four Video Music Awards in her career starting with the International Viewer’s Choice (Latin America North) back in 2000.
Shakira believes that her breakup with Pique made her even stronger
The 46-year-old’s breakup with her longtime partner Gerard Pique must have been very difficult to deal with for Shakira. But the Colombian artist has dealt with it very maturely. Shakira has given her absolute to her performances and has cemented her name as one of the highest-grossing artists of all time. She has opened up about her struggles with the separation and how she dealt with it.
Gerard Piqué via IG, posting for the first time a photo with his girlfriend Clara Chía since his breakup with Shakira. pic.twitter.com/zV9S2qiNk3
— Barça Universal (@BarcaUniversal) January 25, 2023
Speaking to a Mexican show named ‘El Punto’, the Colombian said (via ABC News), “I have been in love with love and I think that this story, somehow, I have managed to understand it from another perspective and feel that I am enough for myself today,”
She further added, “Not all dreams in life come true, but life finds a way to make it up to you somehow, and I think that with me, it has done it in abundance with these two stupendous, wonderful children who fill me with love every day,”
Shakira believes that her two kids have motivated her to be “stronger than a lioness”. Shakira and Pique gave birth to two children Milan aged 10 and Sasha who is 8 years old. The couple reached a custody agreement for the two boys which meant that Sasha and Milan moved to their mother’s residence in Milan.