Wednesday 8 June 2022 11:22 AM Shakira breaks her social media silence after announcing her split from Gerard ... trends now

Wednesday 8 June 2022 11:22 AM Shakira breaks her social media silence after announcing her split from Gerard ... trends now
Wednesday 8 June 2022 11:22 AM Shakira breaks her social media silence after announcing her split from Gerard ... trends now

Wednesday 8 June 2022 11:22 AM Shakira breaks her social media silence after announcing her split from Gerard ... trends now

Shakira has broken her social media silence after announcing her split from Barcelona defender Gerard Pique after 11 years together.

The singer, 45, posted an Instagram video of herself dancing alongside the co-stars of her new show Dancing With Myself - Nick Jonas and Liza Koshy. 

And while she didn't reference the split, the trio could be seen performing a Mexican wave.

Brave face: Shakira broke her social media silence on Instagram on Tuesday with this post after announcing her split from Barcelona defender Gerard Pique after 11 years together

Brave face: Shakira broke her social media silence on Instagram on Tuesday with this post after announcing her split from Barcelona defender Gerard Pique after 11 years together

Shakira also shared a picture on her social media which showed her putting on a brave face and smiling alongside her co-stars. 

The caption simply stated: 'Don’t miss tonight’s episode of Dancing With Myself! 10/9c on @nbc.'  

Shakira and her Gerard reunited for their son's sporting event over the weekend, shortly after announcing their split.

The Colombian singer confirmed on Saturday that she is no longer with her footballer beau, 35, - they have two children together. 

Oh dear: The former power couple were hit by split claims in 2017, with it being claimed that the two were no longer living together and Shakira had instigated the split (pictured in 2014)

Oh dear: The former power couple were hit by split claims in 2017, with it being claimed that the two were no longer living together and Shakira had instigated the split (pictured in 2014)

But despite the announcement, the estranged couple spent time together in the Czech Republic as they cheered on eldest son Milan, nine, at his baseball tournament.

In new images shared to Twitter, Shakira and Gerard both seen at the event alongside their youngest boy Sasha, seven, though they were not pictured together.  

According to Spanish newspaper El Periodico, the former couple are trying to remain friends for the sake of their children, despite their relationship being strained. 

Shakira looked radiant in a black, strapless mini dress as she to children, while Gerard was seen keeping his head down at the event.

The Sun reports that Shakira - who is said to never miss her sons games work permitting - and Gerard were in support of their son who represented a Catalan-based team at the U10s competition. 

Together: Shakira and Gerard reunited for their son's sporting event over the weekend, shortly after announcing their split

Together: Shakira and Gerard reunited for their son's sporting event over the weekend, shortly after announcing their split

Parents: But despite the announcement, the estranged couple spent time together in the Czech Republic as they cheered on eldest son Milan, nine, at his baseball tournament

Parents: But despite the announcement, the estranged couple spent time together in the Czech Republic as they cheered on eldest son Milan, nine, at his baseball tournament

MailOnline have contacted representatives of Shakira and Gerard for comment. 

The announcement comes amid rumours in the Spanish tabloids that the couple were on the verge of breaking up with sources claiming he had cheated on the star. 

Shakira's statement read: 'We regret to confirm that we are parting ways. For the well-being of our children, who are our highest priority, we ask that you respect their privacy. Thank you for your understanding.' 

Spanish outlet El Periodico reported that the couple have been living separately for a few weeks after Pique was kicked out of the family home by the pop star. 

It's over! Shakira and Gerard Piqué recently announced their shock separation (pictured with their children Milan, nine, and Sasha, seven)

It's over! Shakira and Gerard Piqué recently announced their shock separation (pictured with their children Milan, nine, and Sasha, seven)

According to sources, Pique has since been living a 'party lifestyle' in a bachelor pad and enjoying nights out with his teammates. 

Neither party has addressed cheating claims but journalist Emilio Pérez reported: '(Shakira) has made the decision to separate. That

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