Shakira Is the Harvard Foundation's 2011 Artist of the Year

Shakira Is the Harvard Foundation's 2011 Artist of the Year

 

NRJ Music Awards 2011. (Bauer Griffin)

Shakira is set to receive the Harvard Foundation's "most prestigious medal” this year, in recognition of her music and charity work. The award will be presented at the annual Cultural Rhythms festival, which is held at Sanders Theatre on the grounds of Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, on February 26.

Acknowledging the world's most celebrated artists, scientists and leaders for their humanitarian efforts, the initiative is the college’s center for intercultural arts and sciences.

The foundation's director S. Allen Counter said Shakira had been chosen to receive the accolade this year because of her musical contributions to culture and her work helping children in impoverished areas such as Haiti.

He said: “The students and faculty of the Harvard Foundation are honored to present multi-platinum artist Shakira with the 2011 Artist of the Year award. Her contributions to music and distinguished history of creativity have been applauded by people throughout the world, and she is greatly admired worldwide for her humanitarian efforts through her Barefoot Foundation.”

The singer -- who has sold 50 million albums worldwide -- started the Barefoot Foundation when she was just 18 and has opened six schools through it.

The charity’s goal is to ensure that every child has the basic right to a quality education.
Shakira has also been a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador since 2003.

Shakira at the Joan Miro Foundation Museum

 

 

Red Carpet for the NRJ Awards in Cannes

 

2011 NRJ Music Awards

 

NRJ Music Awards 2011 - Red Carpet Arrivals

 

Shakira arriving on the red carpet ahead of France's NRJ Music Awards

 

Shakira Performs at the SECC in Glasgow

 

Shakira Performs Live

 

Shakira Performing In Munich

 

 

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Shakira Named Harvard Foundation's Artist of the Year

Shakira Named Harvard Foundation's Artist of the Year

She’s one of the hardest working musicians out there, and the Harvard Foundation is planning on recognizing Shakira for her efforts.

According to reports, the Harvard Foundation has named the “She Wolf” singer as the 2011 Artist of the Year.

Shakira will receive “the Foundation’s most prestigious medal” in recognition of her music and charity work at the annual Cultural Rhythms festival - which is held at Sander Theater at Harvard in Cambridge, Massachusetts.


The foundation’s director S. Allen Counter said that the Colombian beauty was chosen to receive the accolade this year because of her musical contributions to culture and her work helping children in impoverished areas such as Haiti.

The ceremony is set to take place on February 26.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Shakira Antonio de la Rua Split

 Shakira Antonio de la Rua Split

Duh duh duh, another ones bites the dust…

Looks like 2011 is going to continue last year’s trend of celebrity breakups. This time it’s Shakira and her boyfriend of 11 years, Antonio de la Rua, calling it quits.

The hip shaking singer released an official statement saying,

“During our almost 11 years together we have loved each other deeply, taken care of each other and stood by one another.

“They have been the most wonderful years of our lives, and thanks to that love and the respect that we share for one another we have been an exceptional couple and partners.

“We move forward as partners, developing projects together, working hand in hand and in close communication. Our friendship and understanding of one another is unwavering and indestructible.”

Weren’t they engaged? Or were those just rumors? Hopefully this is the right decision for both of them, and it sounds like Shakira and Antonio really are committed to staying friends. There were no kids involved, since they weren’t actually married, there’s no pre-nup or spousal support to contend with either and as far as I know, no rumors of cheating so the split should stay pretty uncomplicated.

Hopefully Shakira will stay busy with her music and charity work and try not to dwell too much on the past. Easier said than done.

Shakira and Jennifer Lopez Shine in Long Dresses

Shakira and Jennifer Lopez Shine in Long Dresses

Here’s a hot latina pair: Shakira at Bambi Awards and Jennifer Lopez at Latin Grammy Awards. What do they have in common? Their passion for shinny long dresses.

How do you like their chosen outfits?

See these ladies better after the jump!

 

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Shakira Sizzles at the 2010 MTV EMAs

 Shakira Sizzles at the 2010 MTV EMAs

Always looking fabulous, Shakira turned up as expected for the MTV Europe Music Awards 2010 in Madrid, Spain on Sunday (November 7).

Held at the La Caja Magica, the Colombian cutie smiled it up as she made her grand entrance ahead of the evening festivities.


As for the show, the 2010 installment of the EMAs is being hosted by Eva Longoria with a digital host appearance by Justin Bieber.

Meanwhile, performers gracing the stage during the annual ceremony aside from Shakira include B.o.B., Miley Cyrus, Rihanna, Katy Perry, Ke$ha and Linkin Park, among many others.

For those interested in checking out the action, the two-hour show premieres 9PM ET/PT tonight (November 7) on MTV2.

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Shakira Rocks Out at the 2010 MTV EMAs

 Shakira Rocks Out at the 2010 MTV EMAs

Giving the crowd quite the show, Shakira took the stage for the MTV Europe Music Awards 2010 in Madrid, Spain on Sunday (November 7).

Held at the La Caja Magica, the Colombian beauty rocked a skimpy ensemble as she danced the night away during her scheduled performance of the World Cup tune "Waka Waka".

As for the show, the 2010 installment of the EMAs was hosted by Eva Longoria with a digital host appearance by Justin Bieber.


Meanwhile, performers gracing the stage during the annual ceremony aside from Shakira included B.o.B., Miley Cyrus, Rihanna, Katy Perry, Ke$ha and Linkin Park, among many others.

For those interested in checking out the action, the two-hour show premieres 9PM ET/PT tonight (November 7) on MTV2.

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Kelly Brook and Shakira Shine at 2010 MTV EMAs

Kelly Brook and Shakira Shine at 2010 MTV EMAs

Hotties Kelly Brook and Shakira walked the purple carpet at the MTV Europe Music Awards 2010 in Madrid last night – the 2 beauties chose to show off their legs in black platform pumps and golden toned mini-dresses.

How do you like their outfits and styling?

See more individual pictures on the next page!

 

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Did Shakira Lose Too Much Weight for Her New Video?

 Did Shakira Lose Too Much Weight for Her New Video?

 Above on the left, Shakira shaking on stage in June 2010 and on the right, Shakira in her newest video, ‘Loca’, where she looks considerably thinner. Like that’s-not-even-her-shape thinner: her torso looks positively elongated, her face looks thinner and her hips are less curvy.

Must take a look!

Shakira DID confess before that in order to lose weight for her videos, she diets intensively and literally cries of cravings:

“I needed a whole month to get back into shape. I danced, worked out and had to stick to a strict diet – only fish, spinach and a specially-prepared dessert with tofu. For the first time in my life I was dreaming of chocolate and cake and always woke up with tears in my eyes.”

So, question: Did Shakira Lose Too Much Weight for Her New Video?

Shakira looks golden while shooting her latest music video.

 

Shakira looks golden while shooting her latest music video.

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Shakira in a Golden Bikini Top

Shakira filmed her new music video in Barcelona 2 days ago and with this occasion, she flaunted her toned physique in a golden bikini bra and matching sequin pants.

Looking good!

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Shakira: Barcelona Music Video Vixen

Hard at work on her new music video, Shakira was spotted filming on location in Barcelona, Spain yesterday (August 19).

The “Hips Don’t Lie” babe looked to be enjoying herself, looking fabulous in a matching gold bikini top and form-fitting trousers.

And the music video is a sign of things to come, as Shakira will be releasing a new Spanish language album on November 2nd.

She’ll collaborate with Calle 13 and Pitbull on Sale El Sol, and Shakira plans on doing some extensive touring in support of the album. (celebspin)

Shakira Is Pink-Hot

skinnyvscurvy - Shakira wore a Barbie-like pink outfit while posing for a photo-shoot at the Ibiza countryside yesterday.

Take a look at this guessing challenge! It looks like she may have lost some weight since then.

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Shakira's Closing Ceremony World Cup Performance

Bringing an end to a month of world class sporting action, Shakira took the stage at the closing ceremony of the 2010 FIFA football World Cup on Sunday (July 11).

Making for quite the appropriate choice, the Colombian beauty dazzled the crowd as she enthusiastically performed the World Cup theme song "Waka Waka" to the joy of the thousands in attendance.

Meanwhile, Shakira was quite clear that she's rooting for Spain in the final, as they take on an undefeated Netherlands squad.

Talking to FIFA, the 33-year-old said of the month-long South African tournament, "I think this whole month that I spent in South Africa has been so inspiring, so stimulating, one of the happiest months of my life in recent years. It's been so exciting to wake up every morning looking forward to the matches, looking forward to the newspaper just to open the sports section because I became such a football fanatic. The people of South Africa are definitely the highlight of this World Cup. They're amazing, they're so joyful, expressive and affectionate. I've been feeling the love since the first day I arrived, every day more and more. For the first time of my life, I arrived at immigration and I saw the immigration officers actually dancing and singing the Waka Waka. It's been such an amazing experience." (Celebrity Gossip)