Shakira Acquitted of Tax Fraud, Court Orders Spain to Hand Back $70 Million

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Shakira performs during an open concert at the Copacabana beach in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil May 2, 2026. Ricardo Moraes/ReutersMADRID—Spain’s High Court has acquitted Colombian pop star Shakira of tax fraud and overturned the 55 million euro ($64 million) fine imposed in 2021 by the Spanish tax agency, according to a court document seen by Reuters on Monday.Acting on an appeal by the “Hips Don’t Lie” singer, the court ordered the Treasury to reimburse her with over 60 million euros ($70 million), including interest, Shakira’s defence said.

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