In September 2024, Shakira found herself at the center of an uncomfortable incident while performing at LIV nightclub in Miami. As she danced to her then-new single “Soltera,” she noticed an audience member attempting to record beneath her skirt. After realizing what was happening, she adjusted her outfit, gestured for the person to stop, and chose to leave the stage rather than continue under those circumstances.
Fans quickly rallied behind her online, criticizing the disrespectful behavior and stressing the importance of treating performers with dignity and respect. Many praised Shakira for standing up for herself and refusing to tolerate such conduct.
The incident came shortly after the singer relocated from Barcelona to Miami with her sons, Sasha and Milan, following her highly publicized separation from former football star Gerard Piqué.
Despite the unpleasant experience, Shakira remained focused on her career. She officially released “Soltera” later that month and continued preparations for her highly anticipated “Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour,” which began in Rio de Janeiro in February 2025.
During the Colombian leg of the tour, fellow Colombian superstar Karol G publicly expressed her admiration for Shakira, praising both her influence on Latin music and the pride she has brought to their shared homeland.
Born on February 2, 1977, in Barranquilla, Colombia, Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll comes from a multicultural background. Her father, William Mebarak Chadid, is of Lebanese heritage, while her mother, Nidia Ripoll Torrado, has Spanish roots. Shakira displayed artistic talent at an early age, writing songs and performing as a child. At just 13 years old, she signed with Sony Music Colombia and released her debut album, *Magia*, in 1991.
Her major breakthrough arrived in 1995 with *Pies Descalzos*, an album that achieved widespread success throughout Latin America and established her as a rising international star. She strengthened that reputation with *Dónde Están los Ladrones?* in 1998, which further expanded her global audience.
In 2001, Shakira made a successful transition into the English-language market with *Laundry Service*. The album became a worldwide phenomenon, producing hit songs such as “Whenever, Wherever,” “Underneath Your Clothes,” and “Objection (Tango).”
Over the following years, she continued building an extraordinary career through albums including *Fijación Oral, Vol. 1*, *Oral Fixation, Vol. 2*, *She Wolf*, *Sale el Sol*, and *El Dorado*. Her achievements have earned her numerous accolades, including multiple Grammy Awards and Latin Grammy Awards, solidifying her place among music’s most successful artists.
Beyond entertainment, Shakira has established herself as an entrepreneur and humanitarian. She has developed successful business ventures, including fragrances and fashion projects, while also dedicating significant effort to charitable work. As a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, she has been a passionate advocate for education, literacy, and opportunities for children around the world.
Through her music, philanthropy, and global influence, Shakira has become one of the most recognizable and admired artists of her generation, leaving a lasting impact that extends far beyond the stage.