Shakira acquitted of tax fraud in Spain

Spain's national court ruled on an appeal from Shakira.

Shakira acquitted of tax fraud in Spain
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Video byShafiq Najib
May 18, 2026, 11:38 AM

Music superstar Shakira was acquitted of tax fraud in a new ruling from Spain's national court on Monday.

The court ordered that Spanish authorities must repay Shakira tens of millions of dollars from the years-long legal battle.

Shakira performs on stage during a massive free show at Copacabana beach on May 02, 2026 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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