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 Splits with Longtime Boyfriend

The singer and her boyfriend have called it quits


Shakira and her boyfriend, Antonio de la Rua, have both confirmed that they have split up after being together for 11 years.

The couple split last August but continue to work together on a professional level as business partners.

In statements, Shakira and her boyfriend both expressed how wonderful their time together was, and it seems as though there’s still a possibility of them getting back together because they don’t seem to view their separation as a permanent thing.

Rua is the son of the former president of Argentina.

Shakira has recently been linked to Spanish soccer player Gerard Piqué as well as tennis number one Rafael Nadal who appeared in her “Gypsy” music video. The singer denied that she was involved with either one.

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.

Top 10 Hottest and Sexiest Women Singers In The World

No doubt these female singers have really sweet voice but this is also true that these hot women also have spicy bodies. Lets take a look at top ten sexiest female singers of today’s music world!!

10. Katy Perry

9. Taylor Swift

8. Nicole Scherzinger

7. Shakira

6. Carrie Underwood

5. Lady Gaga

4. Rihanna

3. Miley Cyrus

2. Beyonce

1. Britney Spears

Shakira 'earns $660,000 for charity'

Shakira has earned $660,000 (£419,000) for her charity foundation Pies Descalzos.

The singer agreed to appear in an advert for a Spanish cava drink - filmed last week in Barcelona - in exchange for the hefty donation by the company Freixenet, reports The AP.

She revealed that she plans to use the money to build schools in Colombia and Haiti.

"Education is a birthright and a quality education is the only tool that a child has to turn dreams into reality," she said during a press conference.

"Since I was a girl I have been aware of the tough reality faced by many children."

The deal will also allow the company to produce the music video for Shakira's song 'Sale El Sol' as well as a documentary about work done by the charity.

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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Shakira wants Himesh Reshammiya?

If you think that Himesh Reshammiya will take a sabbatical from his singing (and acting) just because of a few critics slamming his works, think again.
Recent reports circulating in the media claim that the Bollywood singer is on his way to recording an album with Hollywood favorites Shakira and Vanessa Hudgens.

The new upcoming album will reportedly feature Himesh Reshammiya in its audio and video versions and by the way the media has been describing it, the new album is nothing less than ‘larger than life’.

The album has been tentatively titled ‘At Da Edge’ and if reports are to be believed, Roman White, who has worked with the likes of Justin Bieber, Carrie Underwood and Taylor Swift on various musical projects in the past, will be present during the work on the Himesh Reshammiya album. And this album being an international project, it will feature Himesh Reshammiya singing in English.

According to the media, every song in the upcoming album will be penned, composed and voiced by Himesh Reshammiya, with Vanessa Hudgens and Shakira joining the singer in duets and in the music videos. Every video for the film will be shot at various locations worldwide, with one song to be shot at the Taj Mahal in Agra.

Hot Singers from around the world

The sexy singers we have here for you, are not only great eye candy, but they are hothouses of talent! They have thousands of crazy fans screaming for more

1. Shakira

How can someone so slender and small shake like that? Her hips don't lie, and that's for sure. When she sings its waka waka time!

2. Rihanna

Rihanna is a sexy lady and a seriously talented one. Her photo features are as popular as her songs are. Seriously chartbusting, Rihanna is!

3. Ke$ha

She is a newcomer with her hit Tick Tock, but looks like she's fitting in just fine. Here to stay? Looks like it!

4. Lady Gaga

Lady Gaga is a brand apart. She's unconventional, she's crazy and she wears clothes that no one would be seen dead in... and people are crazy for her!

5. Christina Aguilera

Peroxide blonde! Hot red lipstick... she's been around for a long time and she ain't going anywhere in a hurry!

6. Beyonce

She is totally bootylicious! Gorgeous, sexy and super hot!

7. Miley Cyrus

The Teen Queen is still a youngster, but she has no problem shakin' her stuff. She certainly knows how to rock the stage, and we're positive she'll be around a while.

8. Britney Spears

Brit may have been around for a while now but still has what it takes to pull off a rhinestone bra and bootie shorts with boots.