Shakira

Shakira

Colombian singer, songwriter and actress

Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll is a Colombian singer-songwriter, dancer, and record producer. Referred to as the "Queen of Latin Music", she has had a significant impact on the musical landscape of Latin America and has been credited with popularizing Hispanophone music globally, contributing to increased learning and use of the Spanish language worldwide. She is also credited with opening the doors of the international market in popular music for other Latin artists. Her accolades include four Grammy Awards and fifteen Latin Grammy Awards.

Also known as...Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll and Shakira Mebarak
World Latin America
Colombia earthquake kills nearly 300

Colombia earthquake kills nearly 300 Colombia earthquake death toll nears 300, with billions in losses.