Nidia del Carmen Ripoll Torrado

Nidia Del Carmen Ripoll Torrado is known for being the mother of Grammy Award-winning singer Shakira. The Columbian personality barely appears in the media; however, she rose to fame as soon as her daughter became popular in the showbiz industry. Her daughter is a singer, songwriter, dancer, actress, philanthropist, and the founder of Barefoot Foundation.

Age And Biography (edad and biografia)

Nadia Del Carmen Ripoll Torrado is a Columbian personality who has two Spanish surnames, Ripoll and Torrado. The celebrity mother is popular because of her celebrity daughter. As Torrado has maintained a low-key profile, her past life is a mystery. Her birth details are yet to be disclosed. However, the celebrity mother looks to be in her early seventies.

Nidia is a beautiful lady with light brown hair and brown eyes. She is about 5 feet 5 inches tall and weighs around 80 kg. Further, the celebrity mother isn't active in any social media handle however is often captured with her daughter.

Also, Nidia's education and professional details are missing. Regarding personal life, Nidia is happily married to William Mebarak Chadid. It seems like the beautiful pair has been together for over four decades without any divorce issues. Also, the lovely duo is seen with the daughter on different media platforms.

Her Daughter, Shakira, Is A Global Star

Torrado's daughter, Shakira ( Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll), is a global star. The singer was born on 2 February 1977 in Barranquilla, Colombia, to William Mebarak Chadid and Nadia Del Carmen Ripoll Torrado. She is the only daughter of her loving parents. The singer has eight half-siblings from her father's previous marriage.

The Grammy Award winner was interested in music and literature from a young age. Reportedly she wrote her first poem, La rosa de cristal, at the age of four. Sakira was taken to the restaurant by her father when she was four years old. She experienced Middle Eastern Music with belly dance for the first time and got inspired. Moreover, she used to perform belly dance during her Catholic School days. She was popular for her dance. Do you know the legendary singer was criticized for her voice by her school teacher?

Talking about her relationship, Sakira is currently living with her partner Gerard Pique, a Spanish football player. The duo met during the shoot of Shakira's 2010 FIFA World Cup song Waka Waka. Further, the footballer is 10 years younger than the singer. The pair welcomed son Milan on 22 January 2013 and Sasha on 29 January 2015. Sakira often shares her family pictures on her Instagram handle.

Previously, the singer was romantically involved with Argentinian lawyer Antonio de la Ruta in 2000. Sadly, the ex-duo separated their path in August 2010. During one of the interviews, the singer revealed the lawyer's overseeing attitude towards her business and career. Also, the lawyer filed a lawsuit against Shakira for $100 Million for the termination of the partnership, which the court dismissed.

Career Details: Rise To Fame

As Torrado hasn't revealed her profession, her career details are missing. At the same time, her daughter, Shakira, has an interesting journey that can inspire millions.

The talented singer started her music career in 1990 with the album Magia. However, the album didn't get succeed. The singer released her second album Peligro, also a commercial flop. Eventually, the mother of two came with the song Donde Estas Corazon. The song was an instant success on a radio station which saved her music career.

The Columbian singer became famous for pop, rocks and Latin. She worked with Columbia, Epic, RCA, and Sony Music Latin. Additionally, she signed a $300 Million contract with Live Nation for ten years. Further, the singer is famous for her belly dancing skills in her music videos which eventually gave her the tag Queen of Belly Dancing. Also, she is known for yodeling while singing.

The Belly Dancer is known for albums like Pies Descaizos, She-Wolf, Laundry Service, Live from Paris, Sale el Sol, El Dorado, Shakira, Oral Fixation Vol. 2, MTV Unplugged, Peligro, The Remixes, Knock on My Door, The Pepsi EP and Grandes Exitos.

For her notable contribution to the music industry, she has been awarded Grammy Award, MTV Video Music Award, Latin Grammy Award, NRJ Music Award, Latin Recording Academy Person of the Year, Lo Nuestro Award, Billboard Latin Music Award, MuchMusic Video Award, MTV Europe Music Award, Echo Award for Best International Rock/Pop Female Artist and more.

 Shakira's 5-meter tall statue was installed in her hometown Barranquilla in a park near Estadio Metropolitano Roberto Melendez in 2006. The songwriter is engaged in several charities. She is the founder of Pies Descaizos Foundation, which looks after the poor children of Colombia. Also, she is a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador.

Net Worth And Earning Details

Torrado's exact net worth details are under the curtain. But one thing is sure that the celebrity mother lives a luxurious life with her family, just like Ysabel Caminero Madera. Her lavish lifestyle can be seen in the pictures posted by her daughter. Being a celebrity mother, she might have excess to all the luxuries and comfort.

On the other hand, her daughter, Shakira, has around $300 Million. The dancing diva is one of the richest singers. The singer's major income source is her three-decades-long successful music career. Reportedly the singer charges $114000 per day with an hourly earning of $1900. 

Nidia's daughter has three-stories lavish house in Barcelona. No doubt, she lives in a million-dollar worth property. Additionally, the singer has added a massive amount from her music tours and concerts worldwide.

The singer owns many luxurious items including a range of Mercedes-Benz models, including the S600, SL550, GLK and SLK250. Furthermore, she owns BMW X6 and Audi A7 Sportback. In addition, Sakira has a lavish house in Miami, where the median home price is $463405. Further, she has 71.5 Million followers on her Instagram account and her estimated earning per post is $142148- $236914.

Shakira has earned good money from her songs like Waka Waka, Hips Don't Lie, Whenever, Wherever, Chantaje, Can't Remember to Forget You, GIRL LIKE ME, La Torture, She-Wolf, Loca, La La La, Perro Fiel, Rabiosa, Addicted to You, Me Enamore, Try Everything, Don't Bother and more.