Singer Shakira and footballer Gerard Piqué have announced their split after 11 years together.
The Colombian music star, 45, and the World Cup winner with Spain
, 35, have two children together.In a statement, Shakira said: "We regret to confirm that we are separating. For the well-being of our children, who are our highest priority, we request respect for (our) privacy. Thank you for your understanding."
Shakira and Barcelona player Piqué became a couple in 2011, having met while filming the video for her World Cup song Waka Waka (This Time for Africa) in 2010.