5 Shocking Reasons Why Shakira Has Never Had A 'Hubby' (And Who She's Dating In 2025)
Despite two decades of high-profile, long-term relationships, global superstar Shakira Mebarak Ripoll has never actually had a 'hubby.' This fact often surprises fans who followed her 12-year partnership with football legend Gerard Piqué, but the Colombian singer has a deliberate, and somewhat rebellious, reason for avoiding the title of 'wife.' As of December 2025, the pop icon is officially single following her highly publicized 2022 split, though recent, steamy rumors suggest she may have finally found a new romance in an actor 16 years her junior.
The journey from her decade-long relationship with Antonio de la Rúa to her life-altering split from Piqué has defined much of her recent music and public narrative. Her current relationship status is a whirlwind of speculation, fueled by new music and public sightings, making the question of "Who is Shakira’s hubby?" more relevant than ever—even if the answer remains "No one."
Shakira's Full Biography and Relationship Profile
Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll is one of the most successful Latin artists of all time, known globally simply as Shakira. Her personal life, particularly her romantic partnerships, has been under a constant spotlight, often overshadowing her official marital status.
- Full Name: Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll
- Date of Birth: February 2, 1977
- Place of Birth: Barranquilla, Colombia
- Career Highlights: Multi-Grammy and Latin Grammy winner, known for hits like "Hips Don't Lie," "Waka Waka," and "Whenever, Wherever."
- Official Marital Status: Never Married (Not a 'Hubby' has ever existed)
- Significant Relationships:
- Antonio de la Rúa: (2000–2010). The Argentine lawyer and businessman was her long-term partner for ten years.
- Gerard Piqué: (2010–2022). The Spanish professional footballer and father of her two sons. They met while filming the music video for "Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)."
- Children: Milan Piqué Mebarak (born 2013) and Sasha Piqué Mebarak (born 2015).
- Current Residence: Miami, Florida, U.S.
The 12-Year Partnership: Why Shakira and Gerard Piqué Never Married
The relationship between Shakira and Gerard Piqué was one of the most famous pairings in the world of sports and entertainment. They shared the same birthday (February 2nd) and were together for over a decade, raising two children, yet they consistently avoided marriage.
1. Shakira’s View on Marriage: The 'Forever Girlfriend' Status
Shakira was very open about her lack of interest in the legal formalities of marriage. She once stated that the idea of being a wife was unappealing to her. Instead, she preferred the title of 'forever girlfriend,' believing it added a necessary spark of uncertainty and maintained a sense of excitement in the relationship.
She believed that without the legal commitment, Piqué had to work harder to keep her, saying she wanted to keep him "on the hook." This philosophy explains why even after having two sons and spending over a decade together, Piqué never became her official 'hubby.'
2. Career Priorities and Sacrifices
During their relationship, Shakira often put her music career on hold to support Piqué’s life in Barcelona and focus on raising their family. The commitment to Piqué’s career at FC Barcelona meant a significant slowdown in her own creative output.
The separation, however, reignited her career. She has since moved to Miami with her sons, Milan and Sasha, and released a flurry of new, highly personal music that has shattered records.
3. The Explosive 2022 Separation
The couple announced their separation in June 2022, which was quickly followed by a public firestorm involving allegations of infidelity on Piqué's part with his new partner, Clara Chía Martí.
Shakira channeled her pain into her art, releasing a series of "diss tracks" that became global phenomena and cemented her role as a powerful, scorned woman. The most notable was her collaboration with Bizarrap, "BZRP Music Session #53," where she famously sang the line: "You traded a Ferrari for a Twingo. You traded a Rolex for a Casio."
This period of intense public scrutiny and musical revenge is a fresh, unique chapter that completely redefined the narrative around her past relationship and why she is now single. She has stated that writing music helped her to grieve and grow a lot since the split.
The New Chapter: Dating Rumors and The Lucien Laviscount Connection in 2025
Following her move to Miami, Shakira was briefly linked to other high-profile figures, including rumors involving Tom Cruise and Formula 1 driver Lewis Hamilton. However, the most persistent and current speculation surrounds a much younger British actor.
Who is Lucien Laviscount?
As of late 2024 and into 2025, Shakira has been heavily rumored to be dating British actor Lucien Laviscount. Laviscount is best known for his role as Alfie in the Netflix series Emily in Paris.
- Age Gap: Laviscount is 16 years younger than Shakira.
- How They Met: The rumors began after the two worked together on Shakira's music video for the song "Puntería" (featuring Cardi B).
- The Evidence: The music video featured steamy, intimate scenes between the two. Furthermore, they were spotted together on a dinner date in New York City shortly after the video's release, fueling the dating rumors significantly.
- Current Status: While multiple media outlets report they are dating, neither Shakira nor Laviscount has officially confirmed the relationship. Sources close to Shakira have suggested the singer is not looking for anything serious right now, focusing instead on her sons and her career.
Whether Lucien Laviscount will become the first person to truly hold the title of 'Shakira's boyfriend' in this new era remains to be seen. Given her history, the title of 'hubby' seems far less likely.
Conclusion: Shakira's Unconventional Relationship Status
Shakira's relationship history is defined by long-term commitment without the traditional legal title. She has never had a 'hubby' and, following the dramatic end of her partnership with Gerard Piqué, she has embraced her single status with a fierce, creative energy.
Her focus is now on her sons, Milan and Sasha, and her music, which has become a powerful form of therapy and a global commercial success. While the rumors with Lucien Laviscount continue to swirl in 2025, the pop queen appears to be in control of her own narrative, proving that for her, a wedding ring is less valuable than a chart-topping revenge track.
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