Colombian music artist Shakira (35) announced on her official website yesterday that she and her partner, FC Barcelona defender Gerard Piqué (25) are expecting a baby in the very near future.

The official ‘announcement’ was in the form of a note to the fans on Shakira’s website:

As some of you may know, Gerard and I are very happy awaiting the arrival of our first baby! At this time we have decided to give priority to this unique moment in our lives and postpone all the promotional activities planned over the next few days.

This means I will not be able to be a part of the iHeartRadio Music Festival, but I’m sure this weekend in Las Vegas will be spectacular and I will be closely following everything that happens there!

I’d like to thank Clear Channel and my fans for their constant love and understanding.
Big kiss!
And will see you very soon!
Shakira

totalBarça would like to wish the couple and their arriving baby all the very best!

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