The relationship between Shakira and Gerard Piqué's family has always made headlines. Since their separation became public, the spotlight hasn't stopped following their every move. This is especially true when there's any reference to Montserrat Bernabéu, the former footballer's mother.
For years, the Colombian singer has openly shown her emotions. In her lyrics and interviews, she has hinted at personal tensions. It's no secret that her connection with her ex-partner's family was never particularly close.
A tension that Shakira has carried for a long time
One of the first signs of conflict appeared in her collaboration with Bizarrap. In that song, Shakira made her emotional wounds clear. Many interpretations pointed directly at her former mother-in-law.
Now, that suspicion is growing stronger. In a recent interview with Harper’s Bazaar magazine, Shakira spoke about her image and personal evolution. She did so with a revealing confession.
Shakira recalled how her hair has been key to her identity. In the past, her darker style reflected her more gothic phase. "I looked a bit like Morticia Addams," she said, laughing.
With that memory, she explained how her image has changed over time. She said that she has never regretted her transformations. However, she made it clear that there's one change she wouldn't make again.
"Once, someone with very bad intentions told me to cut my hair," the singer confessed. She added, "So I went and cut it, and immediately thought: 'What did I do?'" That moment left a deep mark on her.
"I wouldn't wear short hair again. It's not for me," the singer stated. That's where the real jab comes in: "It was my former mother-in-law who gave me that advice."
With that statement, Shakira revealed a truth never before said so clearly. It was Montserrat Bernabéu who suggested that change in her appearance. According to the artist, that suggestion had significant emotional consequences.
The singer hinted that this episode marked a turning point. Not only in her style, but also in her relationship with Gerard Piqué's mother. It was a point of no return, as she herself implied.
Shakira looks ahead
Despite everything, Shakira has chosen to move forward and is focused on her career, her family, and her well-being, but she doesn't forget what she has experienced. Shakira's gesture, though subtle, has strongly resonated with her followers. Many interpret her words as an act of personal liberation. It's a way to close unfinished chapters without losing her elegance or her own voice.
This new statement reignites rumors about her relationship with her former in-laws. It confirms what for years were only suspicions. The relationship between Shakira and Montserrat Bernabéu was never easy.