About Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll Spanish: born 2 February 1977) is a Colombian singer and songwriter. Born and raised in Barranquilla, Shakira has been referred to as the Queen of Latin Music and is noted for her versatility in music. She made her recording debut under Sony Music Colombia at the age of 13. Following the commercial failure of her first two Colombian albums, Magia (1991) and Peligro (1993), she rose to prominence in Hispanic countries with her next albums, Pies Descalzos (1995) and Dónde Están los Ladrones? (1998). Shakira entered the English-language market with her fifth album, Laundry Service (2001), which sold over 13 million copies worldwide. Buoyed by the international number-one singles “Whenever, Wherever” and “Underneath Your Clothes”, the album propelled her reputation as a leading crossover artist.
Shakira Wiki & Bio
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Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll
2 February 1977 Barranquilla, Colombia
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| Other names | La Shak, Shaki |
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| Years active | 1990–present |
| Organization | Barefoot Foundation |
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| Children | 2 |
| Awards | Full list |
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| Website | shakira |
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Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 1994 | El oasis | Luisa Maria Rico | |
| 2002 | Popstars Brazil | Mentor assistant | Season 1 |
| 2002 | Taina | Herself | Episode: “Abuelo Knows Best” |
| 2005 | 7 vidas | Herself | Episode: “Todo por las pastis” |
| 2009 | Ugly Betty | Herself | Episode: “The Bahamas Triangle” |
| 2010 | Wizards of Waverly Place | Herself | Episode: “Dude Looks Like Shakira” |
| 2011 | Dora and Friends: Into the City | Herself | Episode: “Dora’s Explorer Girls: Our First Concert” |
| 2013–2014 | The Voice | Coach/Mentor | Seasons 4 and 6 |
| 2014 | Dreamland | Herself | Episode: “3” |
| 2020 | Global Goal: Unite for Our Future | Herself | Television special |
| 2020 | The Disney Family Singalong: Volume II | Herself | Television special |
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 2002 | Shakira: The Documentary Film | Herself | Documentary |
| 2007 | Pies Descalzos Foundation | Herself | Documentary |
| 2011 | Hagamos que Salga El Sol | Herself | Documentary |
| 2011 | A Day with Shakira | Herself | Documentary |
| 2016 | Zootopia | Gazelle | Voice role |
| 2020 | Miss Americana | Herself | Documentary |
Shakira height, weight, and body measurement
- Height – 157 cm in centimeters, 1.57 m in meter and 5’2” inches in feet
- Weight – 53 kg in kilograms and 117 lbs in pounds
- Bra Size – 32 inches
- Cup Size – B
- Body Measurements – 34-24-37
- Breast Size – 34 inches (87cm)
- Waist Size – 24 inches (61cm)
- Hip Size – 37 inches (94cm)
- Shoe Size – 7 (US) or 37 (EU)
- Dress Size – 4 (US) or 34 (EU)
- Hair Color – Blonde (Natural)
- Eye Color – Dark brown
- Body Type – Hourglass
- Build – Athletic
- Sexuality – Straight
- Tatoo – Yes
- Distinctive Features – Curly hairs and hips
Shakira Favorite Things
- Favorite Food – Pancakes with Jam
- Favorite TV Programs – Scrubs (2001-2010), It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia (2005)
- Favorite Animal – Horse
- Favorite Band – U2, The Police
- Favorite Latin Band – Soda Stereo
- Favorite Music Type – Merengue
- Favorite Actor – Hugh Grant
- Favorite Color – Black
- Favorite Flowers – Daisy and Sunflower
- Favorite Sport – Skateboarding and Frisbee
- Favorite Author – Oriana Fallaci
- Favorite Book – The Prophet (Khalil Gibran)
- Favorite Perfume – Issey Miyake Perfumes
- Favorite Sweets – Chocolate balls
- Favorite Fruit – Mango
- Favorite Song – With or Without You (U2)
Shakira net worth: Shakira is a Colombian-born international pop star who has a net worth of $300 million dollars. Shakira is a singer, songwriter, producer, belly dancer and philanthropist. As of this writing, she has sold more than 125 million albums and singles worldwide, which makes her one of the most successful female singers of all time.
Reference: Wikipedia