Shakira reflects on heartbreak after Gerard Piqué split: 'I always thought I was fragile'

Shakira opens up about healing and resilience years after Gerard Piqué split

Shakira is reflecting on one of the most difficult chapters of her life, revealing that her highly publicized split from former partner Gerard Piqué changed the way she sees herself.

In a recent interview with PEOPLE, the Grammy-winning singer admitted she once believed she was emotionally fragile before life's challenges proved otherwise.

"I always thought that I was more fragile or weaker than what life proved me to be," Shakira said. "I realized I have more resilience than I thought."

The singer's comments come four years after she and Piqué ended their 11-year relationship in 2022. The former couple, who share sons Milan and Sasha, announced their separation amid intense media scrutiny. While reports at the time alleged infidelity on Piqué's part, neither has publicly confirmed those claims.

Looking back on the emotional aftermath of the breakup, Shakira acknowledged that healing has been a gradual process. She explained that pain doesn't simply disappear overnight, but said difficult experiences can ultimately become a source of personal growth.

The interview arrives as Shakira celebrates another career milestone. The Colombian superstar headlined the first-ever FIFA World Cup final halftime show during the 2026 tournament, delivering a performance that drew global attention and marked another landmark moment in her decades-long career.

Beyond the World Cup stage, Shakira is enjoying renewed success with her Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran era, a project inspired by resilience and transformation following the end of her relationship. The album and accompanying world tour have resonated with fans who have followed her journey from heartbreak to empowerment.

While she continues to focus on music and motherhood, Shakira says the challenges she has faced have ultimately revealed a strength she didn't know she possessed, turning one of the most painful periods of her life into the foundation for a powerful new chapter.