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Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll
Musician

Shakira

Born: Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll
🌍 Colombian

Biography

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.[15] She is also credited with opening the doors of the international market for other Latin artists. Her accolades include four Grammy Awards and 15 Latin Grammy Awards.

Achievements & Awards

A breakdown of her most notable top-tier music industry accolades and special honors includes:🏆 Grammy Awards2025: Best Latin Pop Album (Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran)2018: Best Latin Pop Album (El Dorado)2001: Best Latin Pop Album (MTV Unplugged)🎵 Latin Grammy AwardsShakira has won 12 Latin Grammy Awards, with notable career highlights including:2023: Song of the Year & Best Pop Song ("Shakira: Bzrp Music Sessions, Vol. 53")2017: Best Contemporary Pop Vocal Album (El Dorado)2006: Album of the Year & Best Female Pop Vocal Album (Fijación Oral, Vol. 1)✨ Special Honors & Tributes2023: MTV Video Vanguard Award (First South American artist to receive this honor)2023: Billboard Latin Women of the Year2011: Latin Recording Academy Person of the Year (Honored for her artistic and philanthropic contributions)In addition to her music awards, Shakira is highly recognized for her extensive humanitarian work, receiving accolades from the World Economic Forum, the United Nations, and UNICEF for her child education initiatives