Shakira expressed her pride in achieving success on her own terms and maintaining fearlessness throughout her career. In her latest appearance on the cover of Cosmopolitan magazine, the 44-year-old artist dons a stunning silver bodysuit. She candidly admitted to experiencing self-doubt but emphasized the importance of genuinely believing in her professional endeavors.
Interestingly, while Cosmopolitan highlighted Shakira as the most searched pop star in the country, they couldn’t have anticipated that much of the recent online buzz surrounding her pertained to her financial affairs. The Pandora Papers leak, an unprecedented revelation of offshore financial activities by the wealthy, has linked several prominent figures, including Shakira, to the scandal. Allegedly, the Colombian singer established offshore entities in the British Virgin Islands to conceal assets. However, her legal team has refuted these claims, stating that she declared the offshore companies and that they did not yield any tax advantages.
Shakira flaunts her sensational curves on the cover of the latest Cosmopolitan magazine, proving once again that her hips are truly irresistible.
Having done things her own way, the 44-year-old artist proudly expresses her accomplishment of succeeding on her own terms throughout her career. In a stunning photo shoot for Cosmo, Shakira looks absolutely glamorous as she dons various shiny bodysuits adorned with eye-catching belts. Styled by Cassie Anderson, she graces the cover of the magazine in a metallic Saint Laurent bodysuit designed by Anthony Vaccarello, accentuated by a delicate gold chain belt from the same designer. Another shot captures her on an exercise bike, showcasing a metallic blue one-piece by Solid & Striped, while cinched with a vintage belt from Lidow Archive and paired with fashionable Giuseppe Zanotti booties. Shakira also exudes confidence in a red Alix NYC bodysuit, perfectly complemented by a gold Fendi belt. During her interview with the magazine, Shakira emphasizes the importance of staying true to oneself in a career. She states, “I’m the type of person who needs to truly believe in what I do, or else I would rather let it pass. I am proud to have achieved success on my own terms. I have always aimed to be fearless in my career and I am grateful for my incredibly loyal fan base who have supported me throughout.”
Wow, Shakira is absolutely stunning in her latest photoshoot for Cosmo! She effortlessly rocks multiple eye-catching bodysuits, each paired with a stylish belt, making her appearance worth a fortune.
Oh no! It appears that the famous singer’s name has been discovered among the individuals listed in the Pandora Papers, a collection of confidential financial records linking numerous wealthy individuals, including world leaders, to offshore tax evasion schemes. Despite this revelation, some of her fans seem unfazed by the news this week.
According to these leaked documents, Shakira, along with other notable figures such as Elton John, Ringo Starr, and Claudia Schiffer, established companies in tax haven locations such as the British Virgin Islands, Panama, and the Bahamas. By doing so, they could potentially hide funds and minimize their tax obligations.
Nevertheless, Shakira’s lawyer has denied any wrongdoing on her part and asserts that she properly reported her Bahamian properties on her tax filings. It is worth noting, however, that the singer is already embroiled in a legal dispute with the Spanish government, who have accused her of tax evasion between 2011 and 2014.
Shakira has previously stated that during those years, she resided in the Bahamas and was not a resident of Spain, visiting the country only sporadically.
Already entangled in a legal battle with the Spanish authorities, she finds herself in hot water as they have alleged her non-payment of taxes in Spain between 2011 to 2014, a period coinciding with her relocation to reside with her partner, Gerard Piqué.
Family of four: Together, Shakira and Piqué have two sons named Sasha and Milan. Although it is rumored that Shakira moved to Spain in 2011 when her relationship with footballer Gerard Pique became public, prosecutors argue that she maintained her official tax residency in the Bahamas until 2015 when she started paying taxes in Spain. In July, a Spanish judge determined that there is enough evidence to charge her with evading over £12 million in taxes. If she does not reach a last-minute agreement with state prosecutors, Shakira is expected to assert her innocence when she takes the stand.
In a recent interview with Cosmo, Shakira spoke about various topics, including a challenging time in 2017 when she experienced a hemorrhage in her right vocal cord. Reflecting on that difficult period, she expressed gratitude for the support she received and emphasized how important having a voice is. She confessed that she cried every day while she lost her voice and gained a newfound appreciation for it when it returned.
Despite her confident on-stage persona, Shakira acknowledged that she, like everyone else, struggles with self-doubt. “I’m constantly doubting myself,” she admitted.
Just an ordinary individual! Shakira has also confessed that despite her confident on-stage persona, she experiences self-doubt just like any other person.
She also reminisced about the discrimination she encountered when she first gained success in the United States — and the reasons why she empathizes with those protesting against police brutality.
As a child, she described herself as “shy,” and even in the present day, she still feels uneasy performing in front of a small audience.
“It’s quite embarrassing. I can’t help but feel a little foolish, a tad absurd, and somewhat exposed. The grandeur of the stage, the crowd, the lights, and the applause all serve as a disguise. But when you strip all that away and are left alone with just your voice — singing becomes an incredibly personal and intimate act, one that exposes your very soul,” she explained.
She also reflected on the racism she confronted as she embarked on her journey to success in the US, and why she empathizes with individuals who are protesting against police brutality.
“You know, I can relate to being prejudiced against,” she shared. “When I first broke into the American market, many magazines would continually focus on the fact that I was Colombian. They would refer to me as the second best thing to come out of Colombia, with the first being cocaine.”
“I couldn’t help but wonder, ‘Why do journalists insist on asking me about drug trafficking? My country has so much more to offer,'” she continued.
“I am deeply moved by everything that is happening with the Black Lives Matter movement, and I am proud of the younger generation for standing up and refusing to tolerate such injustice. Technology has played a crucial role in empowering people to voice their opinions and be heard.”
“I often contemplate what would occur if a media outlet were to make similar remarks about me today. In the past, those in power could get away with such derogatory statements,” she pondered.