Shakira opts for trial as prosecutors allege she defrauded Spain of $15M

Over the past 20+ years, filmmaker Sam Mendes has released numerous films, each earning acclaim. Even his two James Bond films, “Spectre” and “Skyfall,” are seen as high watermarks in the world of 007.

"Dancing with the Stars" pros Emma Slater and Sasha Farber have ended their relationship after four years of marriage.  Us Weekly reported the news of the split on Wednesday, with a source telling the outlet that they had "been apart for many months now.They both have not been wearing their wedding rings and are each leading a single life." There was a lot of speculation about the potential breakup of the professional dancers after they were both absent from each other's social media pages recently. Emma Slater and Sasha Farber have split after being married for four years.

What a year it’s been for Miles Teller. He’s starred in Paramount+‘s “The Offer” and Joseph Kosinski‘s Netflix film “Spiderhead.” But of course, the real story is Kosinski’s other film this year, “Top: Gun Maverick,” which just passed $1.4 billion at the global box office.

Olivia Rodrigo took the stage with Billy Joel on Wednesday night at his Madison Square Garden concert to sing her hit song "Deja Vu" and Joel's classic "Uptown Girl."  Rodrigo's song "Deja Vu" references both Joel and his 1983 song with her lyrics "I'll bet that she knows Bill Joel/'Cause you played her 'Uptown Girl." Rodrigo got to sing the lyric with Joel playing the piano behind her on the MSG stage.  After performing, Rodrigo took to Instagram to celebrate the moment.  Olivia Rodrigo joined Billy Joel on stage at his MSG concert to sing "Deja Vu" and "Uptown Girl."  (Kevin Mazur/Getty Images) She first posted a video to her Instagram story of her view in the crowd at the show with the caption "I sang with Billy Joel at Madison Square Garden today are you kidding."  She also posted a picture of her and Joel to her Instagram story, a video of her singing the iconic Billy Joel line from "Deja Vu," and a selfie of the two which she captioned "biggest honor ever still crying thank u Billy!!!!!!!" This show marked Joel's 82nd show at Madison Square Garden. He started his residency at MSG in 2014.  Olivia Rodrigo sang her hit song "Deja Vu," which makes reference to Billy Joel.  (Kevin Mazur/Getty Images) The "Piano Man" singer also posted to his Instagram with pictures of the two up on stage together.  "Good 4 u if you made it to @thegarden tonight! @oliviarodrigo hit the stage as Billy Joel's surprise guest," he captioned the photo.  Olivia Rodrigo also sang a duet of "Uptown Girl" with Billy Joel.  (Kevin Mazur/Getty Images) Rodrigo's appearance at MSG comes after her own "Sour" tour, which wrapped up in July.

The actor who played "Finn" in Disney's "Star Wars" sequel trilogy, John Boyega, says he's ready to move on from the franchise.  Currently, Boyega is set to star in the upcoming films "The Woman King" and "Breaking."  "At this point I’m cool off it. I’m good off it," Boyega said on the SiriusXM show "Tell Me Everything With John Fugelsang."  "I think Finn is at a good confirmation point where you can just enjoy him in other things, the games, the animation. But I feel like ‘[Episode] VII’ to ‘[Episode] IX’ was good for me," he added.

Shakira and Gerard Piqué are putting their kids‘ interests first and have reached a temporary agreement on the custody of their sons Milan and Sasha. As reported by La Vanguardia, the Colombian singer and the Spanish soccer player agreed to let the minors spend half a month with their father.

Shakira has left Miami amid warnings she may face up to eight years in prison for alleged tax fraud. The Colombian singer, 45, was photographed on Tuesday (02. 08.

Shakira seemed carefree and relaxed as she touched down in Miami this week despite her facing serious legal issues regarding her taxes. The Hips Don’t Lie singer was spotted arriving at Miami airport accompanied by her two sons Milan, nine, and Sasha, seven, who she shares with former partner Gerard Pique. Looking summery in a peach-coloured sundress, Shakira, 45, held onto both of her boys’ hands as they walked either side of the music superstar. Flanked by burly security guards, Shakira seemed to be in cheerful spirits as she smiled for the cameras.

Shakira keeps herself busy amid all the scandals surrounding her career and personal life. The Colombian singer and songwriter took the sons she shared with her ex Gerard Piqué and traveled to Los Angeles.Alongside Milan and Sasha, Shakira visited the Dodgers Stadium.

Shakira was spotted leaving Miami with her sons on Tuesday, following news that she might face up to eight years in prison for tax fraud.The Colombian superstar, 45, put on a brave face around her boysSasha, seven, and Milan, nine, as they made their way through the airport. She shares the kids with Spanish football player Gerard Piqué, 35, whom she recently split from following cheating accusations.It comes after the star has been warned by Spanish prosecutors that she could be jailed if she is found guilty of an alleged $15.5 million tax fraud.

Prosecutors in Spain are pushing for an eight year prison sentence if Shakira is found guilty of tax evasion. Or so it was reported last week as it was confirmed that the musician has refused to settle with the Spanish authorities, meaning her tax dispute will now head to trial.The dispute relates to a disagreement over where Shakira was primarily based between 2012 and 2014.

A Spanish prosecutor is reportedly set to seek a maximum of 8 years in prison and a $23 million fine against superstar singer Shakira for tax evasion, according to documents seen by Reuters.

Prosecutors in Spain are seeking an eight-year and two month prison term for Shakira, if she is convicted in a trial for alleged tax fraud. The Colombian singer, whose full name is Shakira Isabel Mebarak Ripoll, is charged with failing to pay the Spanish government 14. 5 million euros (£12.

Shakira and her lawyers recently declined to reach an agreement with the Spanish Tax Agency. The Spanish government is accusing her of tax fraud of 14,5 million euros.

POP star Shakira faces up to eight years in jail if she's found guilty of an alleged massive £12m tax fraud. The Colombian-born 'Hips Don't Lie' singer, 45, is charged with defrauding the Spanish treasury out of millions over a three-year period between 2012 and 2014.

Shakira is having fun in the Mexican sun. The Colombian-born singer was snapped arriving in Los Cabos, Mexico, on June 24th, with her and Gerard Pique’s sons Milan, 9, and Sasha, 7, and the next day she was spotted makeup-free on the beach in a beautiful lavender swimsuit.The mother of 2 looked happy to have some time alone with her kids.

Shakira is facing a new personal battle.MORE: Shakira breaks silence after ex Gerard Pique is pictured with mystery womanThe superstar singer has rejected a settlement offered by the prosecution in her tax fraud case – and is now a step closer to going to trial, her team has confirmed. WATCH: Shakira showcases her dance moves in new family videoSpanish prosecutors have alleged that Shakira defrauded Spain’s government of 14.5million euros in taxes.READ: Shakira shares heartbreaking family update following shock splitMORE: Shakira dazzles at Cannes Film Festival as she makes stressful confessionThey charged the singer in 2018 with failing to pay taxes on income earned between 2012 and 2014.

Shakira is making sure her and Gerard Pique’s children is enjoying the rest of summer away from the spotlight. The Colombian-born singer was snapped arriving in the beautiful Los Cabos, Mexico, June 24th, with Milan, 9, and Sasha, 7.

She announced her separation from her longtime partner Gerard Piqué back in May.But Shakira showed she was still focused on her family on Monday when she was spotted out with her sons Milan, nine, and Sasha, seven, at a beach in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico.The 45-year-old Colombian musician highlighted her famous curves during the beach outing by wearing a revealing lavender crop top and shorts. Beach day: Shakira, 45, was spotted on a beach in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, with her sonsMilan, nine, and Sasha, seven, on Monday.

Gerard Piqué is emotionally going through a challenging situation, and soccer fans are taking advantage of it. The Spanish athlete recently got booed during a match in Las Vegas.On Saturday night, when Barcelona played against Real Madrid at the Allegiant Stadium, around 60,000 U.S fans enjoyed European soccer and saw the best players in the game, including Shakira’s ex.Although Piqué has been booed in the past, attendees focused on his personal life this time, and every time he touched the ball, Real Madrid fans booed him.Piqué getting booed everytime he touches the ball.

Shakira and Gerard Pique’s separation is in full force. While relationships come and go, unfortunately, their children are in the middle of the split.