A distressing situation unfolded as a 56-year-old Texas man, allegedly claiming to be Shakira's husband, was arrested in Miami for reportedly stalking the renowned singer and creating unsettling encounters.
The incident came to light after the Colombian artist, who relocated to Miami with her two children after separating from former Barcelona soccer player Gerard Pique in April 2023, expressed concern over the individual's repeated visits to her residence.
Reports indicate that the man, who allegedly met Shakira during the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa, had been sending distressing messages to the singer via social media and showed up uninvited at her Miami home, prompting the artist to involve legal authorities.
The situation escalated when the individual arrived at Shakira's residence by taxi, intensifying her worries for her safety and that of her children, Sasha and Milan.
Prompt action by Miami Beach police led to the man's apprehension, and he currently faces legal proceedings on charges of stalking Shakira.
Sadly, this is not an isolated incident in the realm of celebrity stalking. Similar alarming situations have been reported, such as in the case of Taylor Swift, who has faced intruders breaking into her home in attempts to approach her.
Upon Shakira's relocation to Miami, she encountered distressing encounters involving two individuals. One of them allegedly engaged in harassment by shouting at her from the streets and targeting journalists, while the other was reportedly involved in graffiti incidents proposing to the singer.
Shakira continues to reside in Miami while dealing with these unsettling events.
