Shakira's outfit for World Cup Finals

Many Latina's love Roberto Cavalli, from Paulina Rubio, Eva Longoria and Shakira, who will again use a Cavalli design for the closing ceremonies of the World Cup.

Of course she'll sing her hit “Waka Waka”.

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Shakira supports her buddy at Wimbledon

Shakira supports friend Rafael Nadal play France's Paul-Henri Mathieu today at the 2010 Wimbledon tennis championships in London.

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MY TRIP DIARY: Shakira takes over South Africa!!!

•JUNE 7--Shakira speaks to the media as she arrives at Oliver Tambo international airport in Johannesburg.

•JUNE 9--Shakira speaks to schoolchildren at the Isu'lihle primary school in Soweto, South Africa.

•JUNE 10--Shakira performs on stage during the FIFA World Cup Kick-off Celebration Concert at the Orlando Stadium

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Shakira's Cavalli outfit for her performance at the World Cup

Shakira will be wearing a beautiful outfit designed by Roberto Cavalli for her performance at the 2010 World Cup in South Africa.

The Colombian singer will share the stage with Black Eye Peas, John Legend and Juanes and will performing three songs on the opening night concert and one on closing night.  Obviously singing her theme song "Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)".

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Shakira at Rock in Rio not in Brazil, but Lisbon

We love this festival, but we think Rock in Rio should be in Rio, Brazil not in Europe. Maybe the promoters of the festival will have a change of heart when the World Cup and Olympics come to Brazil in the next few years.
Meanwhile on the first day of the festival in Europe, Shakira took the stage with her amazing show. Others that performed Boys to Men and Juliette Lewis.

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Shakira speaks in furor on Arizona's new law

This past weekend Latin music cutie Shakira spoke to the Latino community in furor on Arizona's new immigration law. A week earlier the state government passed what has been called the nation's toughest immigration law, raising fears that Latinos may be racially profiled by police.

Say NO to profiling!!!!

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Line up for FIFA WORLD CUP KICK-OFF CELEBRATION CONCERT announce

Today, Control Room, the world's leading producer of global music events, and FIFA (Federation Internationale de Football Association), the international governing body of football, announced the first group of legendary musicians confirmed to perform at the FIFA WORLD CUP KICK-OFF CELEBRATION CONCERT. Alicia Keys, Amadou & Mariam, Angelique Kidjo, Black Eyed Peas, BLK JKS, John Legend, Juanes, Shakira, The Parlotones, Tinariwen, Vieux Farka Toure and Vusi Mahlasela will perform at the historic event taking place the night before the first match at 8 p.m. local time (GMT+2) on June 10, 2010, at the newly-renovated Orlando Stadium in Soweto/Johannesburg.

Shakira Partners With Hard Rock International for Artist Spotlight Merchandise

Proceeds to Benefit Shakira's Fundacion Pies Descalzos

Beginning in February 2010, with the launch of Hard Rock International's Shakira Artist Spotlight T-Shirt and Bracelet, a "She Wolf" won't be the only thing in every Shakira fan's closet. This limited-edition merchandise will benefit Shakira's Fundacion Pies Descalzos, an organization devoted to finding and providing opportunities for children who are victims of violence in Colombia.

"I'm proud and excited to continue my partnership with Hard Rock International through the Artist Spotlight program," said Shakira. "With the launch of the Shakira Artist Spotlight T-Shirt, I hope to increase international awareness and support for the Fundacion Pies Descalzos, an organization that is extremely close to my heart."

Hard Rock's Shakira Artist Spotlight T-Shirt and Bracelet will be sold online at http://www.hardrock.com , as well as at select Hard Rock properties worldwide:

-- Shakira Artist Spotlight T-Shirt -- Designed by Shakira, this limited-edition T-Shirt features two angels sitting on an amplifier with a pink guitar in between them and set on the background of a large purple heart. The city-specific design is set on a black T-Shirt and is available exclusively in women's sizes (S-XL). 15% of the retail price will benefit Fundacion Pies Descalzos. ($26)

-- Shakira Artist Spotlight Bracelet -- Inspired by Shakira, this limited-edition bracelet features Shakira beads with custom clasps. All of the proceeds from the Artist Spotlight bracelet will benefit Fundacion Pies Descalzos. ($12)

To learn more about Fundacion Pies Descalzos, please visit http://www.fundacionpiesdescalzos.com.

VIDEO: Shaq and Shak on Valentine's day

Funny Valentines day with Shaq and Shakira, who also performed at this weekends NBA Allstar weekend in Dallas.

Latino's at the MTV VMA awards at Radio City Music Hall

Last night was a night to remember, especially for lovely Taylor Swift, who had to put up with another Kanye West wrath. READ MORE about the incident. The fact is that Swift won a well-deserved Best Video for her song "You Belong with Me".

Shakira and Pink wore the same sequined Balmain mini. (SEE PHOTO)

Latino's present at last night's show included Shakira, rapper Pitbull, Jennifer Lopez, and Marc Anthony.

•WINNERS OF LAST NIGHT'S VMA WINNERS
• LAST NIGHTS FASHIONS

WHAT HAPPENED TO SOCCER?: Latino star power at the SONY ERICSSON TENNIS OPEN

PHOTOS BY MANNY HERNANDEZ
Latino superstar's come out to watch tennis at the Sony Ericsson Open in Key Biscayne, FL. Whether its Alejandro Sanz and Paulina Rubio viewing matches from the Bacardi suite or Shakira coming to support Rodger Federer, Latinos are everywhere.

Other famous faces at the matches, Enrique Iglesias with girlfriend Anna Kournakova, Gloria Estefan at the Serena Williams match or Miranda, wife of Julio Iglesias, with the kids to meet Andy Roddick.

Happy Birthday Shakira!!

Our Colombian superstar, Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll, turns 32 today. Have a great birthday from all of us here at Hollywood Latino.

Shakira, Rosario Dawson and George Lopez at the Big Concert for Obama Inauguration

'We Are One: The Obama Inaugural Celebration At The Lincoln Memorial' concert brought out some of the biggest names in entertainment, including Latino star's Shakira, Rosario Dawson and George Lopez. Among the other prominent celebrities that were part of the star-studded event included: Tiger Woods, Jon Bon Jovi, Herbie Hancock, Jamie Foxx, Bono, Marisa Tomei, Stevie Wonder, Usher, Jack Black, Garth Brooks, Ashley Judd, , and many more.

The event featured both musical performances and historical readings, where stars read from past President's Abraham Lincoln and John F. Kennedy. Also present President Elect Barack Obama with family and Vice President-Elect Joe Biden and wife.

Shakira performs La Tortura at the 2008 Rock n Rio Madrid

Finally Rescued: Ingrid Betancourt finally freed...See what the stars say

"Ingrid! Welcome home, here we are all your friends.
We are all your brothers, your neighbors, your Colombia.
Your rescue is the antecedent of great changes for all our days to come. May God bless your freedom and that of all the kidnapped. Que viva Colombia!"
-Juanes

“This is a historic day for all of us, for this country that has suffered a lot, but today cries of happiness uniting us in an immense hug. Colombia today stands on its feet and looks to the future with the hope of peace that is nearing.”
Que viva Colombia!
-Shakira

"Sobre el rescate de Ingrid Betancourt y los demas secuestrados en Colombia:
"Momento sobrecogedor que clarifíca que queremos Uribe y Santos para rato.
Todos hemos llorado aqui de alegria con su liberación"
-Cabas

Shakira signing with Live Nation for $70 million...Amazing

Latina bombshell Shakira is signing with Live Nation for $70 million. The deal includes 4 cd's, concert tour, and merchandising of the pop star. This is a new way of doing business in the music industry. Madonna and Jay Z signed similar deals where basically the artist make money upfront. Eventhough Shakira is not a big draw in the United States, she does phenominal in Latin America and Europe. Live Nation is banking on that, as well as having Shakira the token Latina for the company. Shakira still has one more album with Sony before her deal with Live Nation kicks in. Live Nation says the investment with Shakira should begin in late 2009.

Shakira and Cameron Diaz selected to receive star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

(PHOTO BY MANNY HERNANDEZ
The latest celebrities to receive stars on the Hollywood Walk Of Fame are Robert Downey Jr, Ralph Fiennes, Cameron Diaz, and Sir Ben Kingsley amongst others.

This is a huge honor for any celebrity, one that was chosen by the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce’s Walk of Fame Committee.

Disco band The Village People, Peter Pan character Tinker Bell, singer Shakira and Desperate Housewives star Felicity Huffman are also included in the event that will see the celebs get their stars on Hollywood Boulevard in 2009.

In total, 25 stars will be receiving stars on the Walk Of Fame.

Other celebs who will receive a star include: John Stamos, Mark Burnett, Chuck Lorre, Kenny “Baby Face” Edmonds, Dave Koz, The Miracles, Doug Morris, Rush, Shakira, KFI radio personality Bill Handel and KCRW host Harry Shearer.

ALAS concert Argentina: SHAKIRA performance

ALAS Concert Line Up Announced...Don't Miss It May 17th!!!

MEXICO
Venue: La Plaza de la Constitución, Mexico City
Time: 5:00PM
Line Up: Aleks Syntek, Ana Torroja, Babasonicos, Chayanne, David Bisbal, Diego Torres, Emmanuel, Juan Luis Guerra, Juanes, Los Tigres del Norte, Maná, Miguel Bose, Ricardo Montaner, Ricky Martin, Timbiriche and Tania Libertad
ARGENTINA
Venue: Costanera Sur, Buenos Aires
Time: 2:00PM
Line Up: Alejandro Sanz, Calle 13, Fito Paez, Gustavo Cerati, Jorge Drexler, La Portuaria, Paulina Rubio, Pedro Aznar and Shakira
SUPPORT THE CAUSE AND DONATE BY VISITING ALAS WEBSITE.
SEE YOU MAY 17th!!!

MARK YOUR CALENDAR MAY 17th: ALAS (América Latina en Acción Solidaria) Announces Two Large-Scale Concerts To Aid Latin America’s Children In Need

(PHOTOS AVAILABLE AT MHPIXS.com)


Set To Take Place In Mexico City & Buenos Aires Simultaneously On May 17th, The Free Concerts – Featuring Many Of The World’s Leading Latin Music Artists - Will Seek To Improve The Lives Of Children Living In Poverty By Calling On Fans, The Private Sector & Governments To Join In A Social Movement To Deliver Early Childhood Development Programs For All Children In The Region

Artists Committed To Participate Include (In Alphabetical Order):
Alejandro Sanz, Aleks Syntek, Babasónicos, Calle 13, Chayanne, David Bisbal, Diego Torres, Fito Páez, Gustavo Cerati, Jorge Drexler, Juan Luis Guerra, Juanes, Los Tigres del Norte, Maná, Miguel Bosé, Paulina Rubio, Ricardo Montaner, Ricky Martin, Shakira and Timbiriche.

The ALAS ("wings" in Spanish) organization today announces plans to bring many of the world’s leading Latin music artists together for two large-scale concerts that will serve as a call-to-action to aid impoverished children in Latin America. Set to take place on May 17th in both Mexico City and Buenos Aires, these simultaneous free concerts will seek not to raise money but rather harness the power that comes from bringing thousands of music fans together to support the ALAS mission of strengthening and expanding public and private sector support for Early Childhood Development in Latin America.

Improving the lives of thirty-two million Latin American children afflicted by poverty will require the integrated education, nutrition and health programs characterized by Early Childhood Development (ECD). ALAS was created by leading artists, intellectual figures and business leaders of Latin America to launch a new social movement that will generate a collective commitment to ECD by encouraging action from governments, the private and public sector, and partnering with innovative organizations to create sustainable solutions.

Thus far, the following musical artists have given their commitment to participate in these historic concerts: Alejandro Sanz, Aleks Syntek, Babasónicos, Calle 13, Chayanne, David Bisbal, Diego Torres, Fito Páez, Gustavo Cerati, Jorge Drexler, Juan Luis Guerra, Juanes, Los Tigres del Norte, Maná, Miguel Bosé, Paulina Rubio, Ricardo Montaner, Ricky Martin, Shakira and Timbiriche.

Over the coming weeks, look for further announcements as to additional participating artists, exact venue locations and individual show line-ups. Check out www.movimientoalas.org for more info.