Following her highly publicized breakup with Gerard Pique, Shakira has been at the center of a storm of controversy. The scrutiny from the media and the public has been relentless, with rumors and criticism swirling around the Colombian singer. However, a popular journalist is claiming that Pique and his father, Joan Pique are behind the campaign to sabotage her image.

One instance of this ongoing criticism occurred a few days ago. A former co-worker accused Shakira of unprofessional behavior and mistreatment of extras. However, amid the storm, a well-known name in the world of Spanish paparazzi has emerged as a staunch defender of the singer.

Gerard Pique and his father are accused of tarnishing Shakira’s image

Jordi Martin has taken it upon himself to closely follow and document every aspect of the Shakira-Pique saga. Martin has been a vocal supporter of the singer, and he recently came forward with some shocking allegations against Pique and his father. Martin pointed to the ex-co-worker’s claim as evidence of their alleged sabotage.

“Gerard Piqué is the lord of the Kings League who closes contract with TeleCinco and what a coincidence that all the people (who rage against Shakira) go on TeleCinco,” Martin explained, “That’s enough.” To further prove his point he added, “I have people from Shakira’s team who inform me and I can’t tell and I can tell you that those workers have never in 13 years spoken ill of her. But how generous she is”.

The paparazzi then also took a hit out at Joan Pique. “Piqué’s father is the one who was in charge of the accounting of the entire conglomerate of companies,” he revealed. “Pique’s father and Pique have a lot of influence, they have a lot of power and they have done so much damage,” Martin said. “They have tarnished Shakira’s image.” Furthermore, Martin revealed that Gerard Pique’s father played a crucial role in the ongoing tax fraud case.

Shakira could face up to 8 years in prison because of her ex-father-in-law

Shakira has found herself caught up in a major tax fraud scandal, with a staggering lawsuit amounting to $15.9 million. The Spanish authorities have accused her of evading taxes between 2012 and 2014, claiming that she spent more than 183 days per year in Spain and therefore had a tax obligation.

Despite the allegations, the singer vehemently denies any wrongdoing. However, if she is convicted, the consequences could be severe. Not only could she face a hefty fine of $26 million, but she may also be sentenced to up to 8 years in prison. According to Jordi Martin though, Shakira’s ex-father-in-law is the one that led her down this path.

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In his statement, he says,” He (Pique’s father) is the one who advised Shakira badly. Shakira is paying too big a toll today because of her father-in-law. I guess Shakira can’t talk because she is two months away from a trial where she is asked for 8 years in jail and her advisors must have told her.” These are serious accusations made by the Spanish journalist.

What are your thoughts on Martin vehemently defending the singer?

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