3 Men Who Were Lucky Enough to Steal Shakira’s Heart

One thing we’ve learned from Shakira’s time in the public eye is while she’s someone who values a good, long-term connection, if you break her trust, she’ll be done with you. After 12 years of being in a relationship with her former partner and father of her children, Gerard Piqué, the Colombian singer broke things off in the summer of 2022 after reportedly discovering he was cheating on her with a 24-year-old woman named Clara Chia Marti. While Shakira has shared in interviews that the separation was initially “incredibly difficult,” she also seems to have moved on since releasing a number of songs inspired by the breakup, including 2022’s “Monotonía” featuring Ozuna, her famous diss track “BZRP Music Sessions #53” that broke a number of records, and “TQG” in collaboration with Karol G, which debuted at No. 1 on both the Billboard Global 200 and Billboard Global Excl. US charts (dated March 11).

Following her split from Piqué, Shakira seems to have embraced a period of singlehood, prioritizing self-focus. Although recent rumors suggested a potential romance with Tom Cruise, a source informed US Weekly that Shakira “has no interest in dating the actor.”

One undeniable aspect of Shakira’s personal life is her decision to forgo marriage, which has shielded her from the challenges of divorce, a choice that many can understand. Reflecting on her romantic journey, from relationships with Osvaldo Ríos and Antonio de la Rúa to her partnership with Piqué, offers insight into the significant loves of Shakira’s life.

 

Confirmed: Osvaldo Ríos

Confirmed: Osvaldo Ríos

When: Around 1997

Osvaldo, a telenovela star from Puerto Rico, and Shakira reportedly dated when she was 20 years old. Although she only spoke about the relationship publicly once, he has done so on multiple occasions. In an interview with “Show Business,” Shakira said the two dated for eight months and they “fell in love.” She also went on to say her song “Moscas en la Casa” on her “¿Dónde Están los Ladrones?” album was about him.

Confirmed: Antonio de la Rúa

Confirmed: Antonio de la Rúa

When: 2000-2010

Shakira’s romantic journey took a significant turn when she started dating Fernando de la Rúa, the son of Argentina’s former president and a lawyer, just before her career soared to international fame. Their relationship lasted almost 11 years, but eventually, they parted ways, although they continued to work together in a business capacity for a brief period afterward.

However, their professional collaboration didn’t end harmoniously. Antonio de la Rúa later filed a lawsuit against Shakira, seeking $100 million in damages after she ended their business partnership. The lawsuit was ultimately dismissed, allowing Shakira to move forward from the legal battle and focus on her career and personal life.

Confirmed: Gerard Piqué

Confirmed: Gerard Piqué

When: 2010-2022

Shakira’s relationship with Gerard Piqué began on the set of her music video for “Waka Waka (This Time For Africa),” where, according to her song “Me Enamoré,” they experienced love at first sight. Together for 12 years, they welcomed two sons, Milan and Sasha. However, in the summer of 2022, reports surfaced of Shakira and Piqué’s split, allegedly due to Shakira discovering his infidelity with Clara Chia Marti, reportedly through a jam jar. Since then, Shakira has channeled her energy into her career.

Despite the personal turmoil, Shakira made a notable public appearance at Billboard’s Mujeres en la Música event on May 6th, held at the Watsco Center in Miami. She was honored with the Woman of the Year award, marking her first public outing since relocating to Miami.

Reflecting on her journey, Shakira shared, “It’s true that when I felt most lost, music puts me on the road back to myself.” She acknowledged the profound impact of other women in her life, expressing gratitude for their influence in her artistry. Shakira emphasized the unique strength and vulnerability that women possess, acknowledging their capacity to love deeply, speak truthfully, express passion through song and dance, and experience raw emotions.