Colombian-born Shakira has been a dominant force in Latin music since the 1990s, enchanting audiences with her soulful voice, exceptional dance abilities, and dynamic stage presence. Dubbed one of the “Queens of Latin Pop,” she gained further acclaim with her iconic Super Bowl performance alongside Jennifer Lopez. In recent years, however, her personal life has garnered significant media attention due to her highly publicized separation from former football star Gerard Piqué.
Shakira and Piqué, who share two sons, Milan and Sasha, have made efforts to protect their children from the public eye amid their challenging breakup, which was thrust into the spotlight following reports of Piqué’s alleged infidelity, Shakira’s emotionally charged diss track, and his provocative social media posts. Despite the turmoil, Milan and Sasha have inherited both their parents’ talents, showing a strong affinity for sports while also displaying a growing interest in the arts and music.
Following their parents’ split, the boys found solace in music, with Shakira proudly showcasing their musical creativity on Instagram. While their current passions lean toward athletics—particularly football, surfing, and martial arts—Shakira recognizes their natural musical abilities and believes that their future paths may be influenced by this talent. She has even hinted that Milan could one day explore a career as a music producer.
Milan Piqué Mebarak
Milan was born on January 22, 2013, in Spain. Shakira once shared the special meaning behind his name in a statement on her website, explaining, “Milan means dear, loving, and gracious in Slavic; eager and laborious in Ancient Roman; and unification in Sanskrit.” As he’s grown, Milan has exhibited natural talent in both of his parents’ worlds, excelling in sports like surfing, martial arts, and soccer, while also nurturing a love for music and dance.
During the turbulence of his parents’ highly-publicized separation, Milan turned to music for comfort. A skilled pianist—and, as shown in an Instagram post, a budding drummer—he began composing songs to help process his feelings. Shakira shared, “He wrote two songs on piano and lyrics. Whenever he feels a little down, he goes to the piano and writes. That is his catharsis, his therapy.” She also expressed deep pride in his emotional depth, noting, “This year, Milan has written songs that have brought me to tears.”
Although his musical abilities are clear and he spends time in the studio with his mother, Milan’s current ambition is focused on football. “I think he’s probably going to be a producer, but he’s obsessed with football,” Shakira said.
Sasha Piqué Mebarak
Sasha was born on January 29, 2015, in Spain. His name, with Greek and Russian origins, means “defender of mankind” and “warrior,” as previously shared on Shakira’s website. Like his older brother Milan, Sasha seems to have inherited talents from both of his famous parents, excelling in both sports and the arts.
While soccer is a significant part of Sasha’s life due to his father’s background as a former professional footballer, he shows a strong passion for surfing and martial arts. In 2022, Sasha earned first place in a karate competition and has continued to compete, demonstrating his athletic prowess.
Shakira is proud of Sasha’s athletic achievements, but she takes particular pride in his artistic talents. Like Milan, Sasha has a love for music—he plays the piano and is reportedly learning the guitar. He also enjoys dancing with his mother and brother. However, Shakira is especially impressed by his natural ability as a visual artist. In fact, Sasha’s artwork was featured in her song “Monotonía.” Reflecting on this, Shakira shared, “I didn’t like what the designers at Sony had created, so I asked Sasha for his opinion. He said, ‘No, mami, let me do it,’ and he started creating on his iPad. I think kids have a special sensibility, and I listen to them.”