They’ve been a formidable couple for a delightful eight years.

Shakira and her partner Gerard Piqué appeared as affectionate as ever as they strolled through New York City on Saturday night during fashion week. The 42-year-old Colombian singer and the 32-year-old Spanish footballer were casually dressed while holding hands. Shakira, a Latin pop icon, kept her style simple with a t-shirt paired with ripped jeans and netted tights. She added a touch of luxury with a Gucci scarf and completed her look with a navy bomber jacket. Embracing a tourist vibe, she accessorized with a leather bum bag and chunky trainers. Her golden hair cascaded around her shoulders, and she opted for a natural makeup look with a rosy complexion.

Gerard complemented her attire with a matching navy bomber, Stone Island jeans, and white Nike high tops. His signature fluffy quiff hairstyle topped off his relaxed look as he smiled for the cameras.

The couple has been enjoying their time in New York, as evidenced by their cozy display earlier in the week at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center. Their outings come amidst Shakira facing allegations of €14.5 million (£13 million) tax evasion during her time in Spain from 2011 to 2014. Shakira denied these allegations during a court hearing in June, asserting her innocence.

Currently residing in Barcelona with Gerard and their two sons, Milan (6) and Sasha (4), Shakira refuted claims that she maintained tax residency in the Bahamas until 2015 while living in Spain. Her legal team clarified that all dues claimed by tax authorities had been settled, emphasizing her innocence in the matter.