By Cynthia Akande
Shakira has confirmed her split with Barcelona and Spanish footballer, Gerard Piqué after more than a decade together.
According to a statement released by the 45-year-old recording artiste, the couple have chosen to go their separate ways.
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Shakira’s communication agency released a statement that reads: “We regret to confirm that we are parting ways. For the well-being of our children, who are our highest priority, we ask that you respect their privacy. Thank you for your understanding.”
The pair met back in 2010 while she filmed the video for her World Cup song Waka Waka for the competition in South Africa. .
While they never married, they were together for 11 years and share children Milan, 9, and Sasha, 7.
