Shakira Reflects on Heartbreaking Split from Gerard Piqué: “My World Was Shattered”
Renowned singer Shakira has been candid and transparent about the painful end of her relationship with former professional footballer Gerard Piqué. In a recent interview with People en Español, published on Monday (June 26), Shakira shared the added hardships that made their separation even more devastating for her. She revealed, “Everything seemed to unravel at once, and my sense of home was crumbling. While my father was in the ICU, I discovered through the media that I had been betrayed. It felt like I wouldn’t survive such overwhelming circumstances.”
The former couple announced their split in June 2022 through a joint statement, expressing their commitment to prioritizing the well-being of their two children, Milan, aged 9, and Sasha, aged 7. They had been together for 11 years. Throughout the past year, various rumors surrounding the end of their relationship have circulated, including allegations of infidelity and even a jar of strawberry jam. For Shakira, who was honored as Billboard’s Woman of the Year in April at the inaugural Latin Women in Music event, her father’s health condition exacerbated the pain of the breakup. She disclosed, “The person who has loved me the most, my father, wasn’t there for me when I needed him the most. I couldn’t seek his guidance or receive the support of my best friend, which I desperately needed.”
Despite the turmoil surrounding their separation, Shakira has remained resilient and focused on her music career, consistently releasing new music. This year, she has already achieved two top 10 hits on the Billboard Hot 100: “BZRP Music Sessions, Vol. 53,” produced by Bizarrap, where she addresses her former partner (No. 9), and the duet with Karol G titled “TQG” (No. 7).
Drawing inspiration from her father, Shakira sees him as “the ultimate embodiment of resilience.” Reflecting on her parents’ relationship, the “Waka Waka” singer shared with the publication, “They have become the living example of the dreams that eluded me. I hope they serve as role models for my children, showcasing love, patience in relationships, unwavering devotion, and an unwavering passion for life.”