Colombian singer Shakira has given birth to her first child - a boy - in a Barcelona hospital on Tuesday, her family have confirmed. The pop star gave birth at 9.36pm local time to a boy weighing almost 3 kilograms and both the mother and child are 'in perfect health,' a statement stated. Shakira, 35, was admitted to the private Teknon clinic at 6.30pm accompanied by her boyfriend, FC Barcelona soccer star Gerard Pique, 25. In the statement, the couple and the family said 'We are happy to announce the birth of Milan Pique Mebarak, son of Shakira Mebarak and Gerard Pique ... The name Milan, means dear, loving and gracious in Slavic; in Ancient Roman, eager and laborious; and in Sanskrit, unification.' A statement posted on the Shakira's website in English, Spanish and Catalan says that 'just like his father, baby Milan became a member of FC Barcelona at birth.' Since early Tuesday morning, numerous reporters and photographers had remained on alert outside the...

Shakira has returned home with her baby boy. The 'She Wolf' singer - who gave birth to her first child Milan Pique Mebarak with footballer boyfriend Gerard Pique on Tuesday - was spotted leaving a hospital in Barcelona on Sunday after spending five days there recovering from a reported caesarean section. The Colombian singer was accompanied by her boyfriend and they left the hospital with huge smiles, according to the MailOnline. The couple were not with their baby, who is believed to have travelled home in a separate vehicle to avoid waiting photographers. The 35-year-old singer was previously said to be in 'excellent health' and she and her FC Barcelona star boyfriend said they were very 'happy' following their baby boy's arrival. A message on her official website said: 'We are happy to announce the birth of Milan Pique Mebarak, son of Shakira Mebarak and Gerard Pique, born January 22nd at 9:36pm, in Barcelona, Spain. 'The name Milan (pronounced ME...

Barcelona, Jan 28 (IANS/EFE) Colombian singer Shakira was released Sunday from the clinic in the northeastern Spanish city of Barcelona where she gave birth last week to her first child, Milan Pique Mebarak, clinic spokesmen told EFE. The singer, boyfriend and F.C. Barcelona player Gerard Pique, and the child left the clinic in the early afternoon in an SUV with tinted windows driven by one of Shakira's brothers. The singer did not stop to take questions from reporters, heading straight for Pique's residence in Cabrils, a town some 25 km from Barcelona, where the couple will be living until construction is completed on their new house in Ciudad Condal. No photos of the baby's face have been released, with the only image made public being a photograph posted by Pique on Twitter of the child's legs. Milan Pique Mebarak weighed almost 3 kg at his birth by Caesarean section last Tuesday. --IANS/EFE rd

Colombian pop star Shakira and footballer Gerard Piqu left the hospital Sunday and headed home with their newborn baby Milan, HuffPost Voces reports. The couple tried to make a break for it without getting spotted, but the hospital was surrounded by press and photographers hoping to catch a glimpse of them as they departed. For now, the new mother will stay in a luxury apartment that belongs to Piqu along with close family members, while Piqu gets back to work for Bara. Shak gave birth to her baby boy by caesarean section at Teknon Hospital in Barcelona on Jan. 22. But curious fans will have to keep waiting to see what the baby looks like -- the throngs of photographers didn't manage to snap an image of him. Piqu tweeted the first picture of baby Milan's feet on Thursday. Milan's feet! twitter.com/3gerardpique/s Gerard Piqu (@3gerardpique) January 23, 2013 ...

27 JANUARY 2013 Shakira and her newborn son Milan are safely back at home having left hospital on Sunday afternoon.Five days after giving birth 35-year-old Shakira and baby Milan left to rest and enjoy quality time together. The singer was discharged from hospital and joinedby boyfriend Gerard Pique in an SUV with tinted windows driven byher half-brother. The singer, who gave birth to son Milan on Tuesday, had been spending time at the Teknon clinic andreceiving frequent visits from boyfriend and doting dad Gerard as well as members of her family. Nidia Ripoll Torrado, Shakira's mother and her father William Mebarak Chadid were seen leaving theBarcelona Clinic where the Waka Waka songstress gave birth. The Columbian star's parents were happy to talk to reporters andexpress their joy at seeing the youngster: "It's very emotional" said Nidia, "I burst into tears." She added that Milan is a "beautiful child who doesn't cry much." S...

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Carson Daly has already congratulated his new "The Voice" co-star, Shakira , on the birth of her first child, son Milan, by getting her a very cool present. "Shakira loves rock 'n' roll. I don't know if people know that about her. She likes heavy metal, so we got her boy a nice little Anthrax onesie," Carson told Access Hollywood on Friday of his gift for the "She Wolf" singer. PLAY IT NOW: Shakira Talks Joining The Voice & Adam Levine Discuss Cee Lo & Christinas Departure As previously reported on AccessHollywood.com , Shakira and her boyfriend, Spanish soccer star Gerard Pique, welcomed their little boy on Tuesday. In other "The Voice" related news, it was recently revealed that Ronaiah Tuiasosopo , the man allegedly behind the Manti Te'o girlfriend hoax, auditioned for the latest season of the show, which begins airing in March. VIEW THE PHOTOS: NBCs The Voice Coaches: Then & Now Asked what he remembered about the...

Barcelona, Jan 26 (IANS/EFE) Shakira "became very emotional and the tears flowed" the first time she held her baby, her mother said Friday at the clinic where the singer gave birth to son Milan. Milan is a "beautiful boy" who "doesn't cry a lot", Nidia Ripoll, accompanied by husband William Mubarak, told the crowd of reporters camped outside the clinic in Barcelona. She also said Shakira was not in pain after the delivery, which took place by cesarean. Asked whether Milan resembles his dad, FC Barcelona defender Gerard Pique, Ripoll said it was too soon to say. Shakira's mother was also unable to shed any light on when the singer would be leaving the clinic. "Last night we saw the big goal," Ripoll said, referring to Pique's tally in Barcelona's 4-2 win over Malaga in the Copa del Rey quarterfinals. Milan Pique Mebarak, the first child of the soccer standout and and the international pop superstar, was born Tuesday night. --IANS/E...

Carson Daly has already congratulated his new "The Voice" co-star, Shakira , on the birth of her first child, son Milan, by getting her a very cool present. "Shakira loves rock 'n' roll. I don't know if people know that about her. She likes heavy metal, so we got her boy a nice little Anthrax onesie," Carson told Access Hollywood on Friday of his gift for the "She Wolf" singer. PLAY IT NOW: Shakira Talks Joining The Voice & Adam Levine Discuss Cee Lo & Christinas Departure As previously reported on AccessHollywood.com , Shakira and her boyfriend, Spanish soccer star Gerard Pique, welcomed their little boy on Tuesday. In other "The Voice" related news, it was recently revealed that Ronaiah Tuiasosopo , the man allegedly behind the Manti Te'o girlfriend hoax, auditioned for the latest season of the show, which begins airing in March. VIEW THE PHOTOS: NBCs The Voice Coaches: Then & Now Asked what he remembered about the...

Little baby trainers! Shakira 's boyfriend Gerard Pique shared the first picture of their son Milan via WhoSay Wednesday, Jan. 23 -- but only of his feet. "Milan's feet!" the soccer hunk wrote beneath a shot of Milan's white Nike sneakers -- customized with his name. Though they're tiny baby shoes, they still managed to look enormous on the one-day-old baby boy, who was still wearing his medical ID bracelet around his ankle. PHOTOS: Sexy celeb dads! Shakira, 35, and Pique, 25, welcomed son Milan Pique Mebarak on Jan. 22 in Barcelona, Spain, with the new mom announcing her son's birth -- and explaining the moniker -- on her website. "The name Milan (pronounced MEE-lahn), means dear, loving and gracious in Slavic; in Ancient Roman, eager and laborious; and in Sanskrit, unification," the statement read. "Just like his father, baby Milan became a member of FC Barcelona at birth." (Dad Pique plays as a centre-back for Futbol Club Barcelon...

MADRID (AP) -- Within hours of Shakira 's baby boy being born, people are already asking about his future career. RELATED: Shakira welcomes her first child Will Milan Piqu Mebarak be a famous pop singer like his Colombian mother, or an international soccer star like his Spanish father, Barcelona defender Gerard Piqu? "Welcome Milan Piqu Mebarak and congratulations to Shakira and Gerard Pique. What would you prefer as a present for the baby, a microphone or some (soccer) boots?" Manchester City striker Sergio "Kun" Aguero wrote Wednesday on Twitter. Shakira, 35, gave birth to her first child Tuesday in Barcelona in northeastern Spain. Both the boy and mother were said to be in fine health. Piqu's grandfather, Amador Bernabeu, said the couple was delighted. "I still haven't seen him (Milan) in person, but I know he is dark-haired and weighs 2.9 kilograms (6 pounds)," Bernabeu told RAC-1 radio. Congratulatory messages rained down on the couple fr...

Colombian pop star Shakira and Barcelona defender Gerard Pique have announced the birth of their son Milan. "We are pleased to announce the birth of Milan Pique Mebarak, son of Shakira Mebarak and Gerard Pique, on January 22 at 9.36pm (8.36 GMT), in Barcelona, Spain," it was announced on the singer's website . "Just like his father, baby Milan became a member of FC Barcelona at birth." Shakira's website also revealed the couple's first child weighed approximately 6lb 6oz, and that both mother and child are in "excellent health". The Grammy-winning singer said in a 2009 interview that she was ready to start a family. She said: "I really would like to have a big belly." The couple have set up a baby shower site in honour of their new addition where people can support Unicef "in giving underprivileged babies around the globe a healthy start in life". Readers can pay for immunisations, rehydration salts and food for babies in ...

UpdatedJan 22, 2013 9:10 PM ET LOS ANGELES (AP) WAG-TASTIC! Check out the wives and girlfriends of the prominent figures in Europe. Colombian singer Shakira and Barcelona star boyfriend Gerard Pique are new parents. A spokeswoman for the 35-year-old Colombian singer says the pop star icon and her soccer beau welcomed son Milan Pique Mebarak on Tuesday at 9:36 p.m. in Barcelona, Spain. A statement posted on the pop star's site in English, Spanish and Catalan says that ''just like his father, baby Milan became a member of FC Barcelona at birth.'' The statement also says Milan weighed approximately 6 pounds, 6 ounces, and that ''b! oth mother and child are in excellent health.'' I'd like to ask you all to accompany me in your prayers on this very important day of my life. Shak," Shakira tweeted to her fans in both English and Spanish Tuesday about going into labor. OFF THE WALL FOX Soccer's Blog offers unique coverage of the world game...

It's a bouncing baby boy for Shakira ! The Colombian singer welcomed her first son with boyfriend Gerard Pique on Tuesday, Jan. 22, in Barcelona, she confirmed on her website . "We are happy to announce the birth of Milan Piqu Mebarak, son of Shakira Mebarak and Gerard Piqu, born January 22nd at 9:36pm, in Barcelona, Spain," the proud singer wrote, explaining that "the name Milan (pronounced MEE-lahn), means dear, loving and gracious in Slavic; in Ancient Roman, eager and laborious; and in Sanskrit, unification." "Just like his father, baby Milan became a member of FC Barcelona at birth," the site stated. "The hospital confirmed that the couple's first child weighed approximately 6lbs. 6 ounces, and that both mother and child are in excellent health." The 35-year-old mentor for The Voice urged fans to join her and her Spanish soccer star boyfriend, 25, in welcoming their happy bundle of joy after reportedly being rushed to the the hospi...

The long awaited day finally seems to have arrived for Colombian singer Shakira and Spanish soccer player Gerard Piqu, as the artist prepares to give birth to their baby Tuesday in Spain. This Tuesday our first son will be born, said the new father through his Instagram , according to the Associated Press, though a quick look at the athlete's account didn't confirm the information. Although the due date for the birth of their first child was initially scheduled for Jan. 20 , and the couple dreamed it would arrive on February 2, when they both celebrate their birthdays, the little one is finally expected to arrive on Jan. 22. Due to the lateness of the pregnancy and the baby's large size , the gynecologist who cares for the singer decided to schedule the labor today, Notimex reported. Since early Tuesday morning, Barcelona time, the couple and their parents are bo...

Shakira reportedly went to hospital to have her baby induced after feeling increasing discomfort. The 35-year-old Colombian singer is believed to have been admitted to the Teknon clinic in Barcelona after making an emergency visit on Sunday, according to Spanish online daily La Razn. Shakira was apparently scheduled to have her delivery induced on Monday after she complained of abdominal pressure. The star is believed to have been accompanied by her soccer star boyfriend Gerard Piqu and two of his brothers. La Razn reports that Shakira wanted to push ahead with the labour because she has a series of scheduled professional engagements. FC Barcelona player Gerard was also believed to be eager to welcome his baby boy sooner rather than later, due to his upcoming soccer commitments. It has not yet been confirmed if Shakira has given birth. Last week, Shakira and Gerard went online to show off a series of glamorous maternity portraits. Shakira was proudly sporting a sizeable baby bump as sh...

Shakira , whose first child is due this week, and her boyfriend -- FC Barcelona soccer star Gerard Piqu -- have joined UNICEF to host a virtual baby shower to benefit underprivileged babies. The virtual shower invites both Shakira and Piqu fans to visit a virtual room where they can learn about infant survival and purchase an "inspirational gift" to help babies around the World. These "gifts" are actually real products that can save lives and will be distributed to the neediest children and communities via UNICEF Networks. Gift prices range from $5 for a mosquito net and $10 for a polio vaccine for 17 children to $37 for an infant scale. The most expensive gift, at $110, buys special food for malnourished children. "Every couple that's expecting a baby shares our same dreams and hopes for their children," Shakira, who is a goodwill ambassador for UNICEF, said. "However, many don't have the same opportunities we do to give them a happy childhoo...

11:58, Thursday, 17 January 2013 Shakira and her fianc Gerard Piqu have uploaded a semi-naked photo of themselves to promote a UNICEF charity appeal. The She Wolf singer shows off her baby bump in the nude pic, while father-to-be Piqu proudly holds her growing stomach in the black-and-white snap - which was taken by Jaume Laiguana last month. Shakira posted the pic on Twitter last night (16th January), accompanied with the caption: "Wed like to celebrate the imminent birth of our first child with all of you. #babyshower." The couple stripped off for the image after launching their 'virtual baby shower', which aims to raise money for the children's charity. Shakira - who is a Goodwill Ambassador for UNICEF - and the Barcelona footballer have invited fans to join the online shower, with the hope of supporting vulnerable babies across the globe. The couple stated: "To celebrate the arrival of our first child, we hope that, in his name, other less privileged...

Shakira proved her Hips Dont Lie when she posted barely clothed pictures showing off her baby bump alongside boyfriend Gerard Pique on Twitter Wednesday morning. Wed like to celebrate the imminent birth of our first child with all of you, read the tweet . The Colombian singer posted the revealing picture as part of an invitation to her virtual baby shower in association with UNICEF. "To celebrate the arrival of our first child, we hope that, in his name, other less privileged children in the world can have their basic needs covered through gifts and donations," reads the invitation from the couple. "Thank you for sharing this unforgettable moment with us." Instead of receiving gifts for her own child, fans are asked to help underprivileged children by donating to UNICEF. Gifts such as malaria nets and polio vaccines can be purchased in the virtual living room, and will be given to children in need all over the globe. Every expectant parent around the world shares a...

Shakira took to her social media accounts on Wednesday, January 16, to show off a new baby bump picture with boyfriend Gerard Pique and invited her fans to attend an online baby shower she's hosting in conjunction with UNICEF. Photos: Celebrity babies of 2012 / 2013 Shakira gets Hollywood Walk of Fame star Stories: Shakira shows baby bump at Azerbaijan concert (Photos) 'The Voice' replaces Christina Aguilera and Cee Lo with Shakira and Usher Katy Perry denies dissing Beyonce and Shakira, talks Rihanna collaboration "We'd like to celebrate the imminent birth of our first child with all of you. #babyshower," the pop star wrote on Twitter . The Tweet also links to a website that calls the event "Shakira & Gerard Pique's World Baby Shower." The couple requests that in lieu of gifts, guests donate money through the UNICEF site to help babies who live in extreme poverty. Through the donations, the children will receive vaccines, food, mosquito net...

Los Angeles, Jan 17 (IANS) Singer Shakira, who is expecting her first child with boyfriend Gerard Pique, has launched an online baby shower and is asking fans to honour their child by supporting UNICEF in giving underprivileged babies around the globe a healthy start in life. The singer is UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador and requesting fans to buy gifts for some of the world's poorest babies. Contactmusic.com reports that the couple posted the invitation on Twitter Wednesday. "Dear Friends, Having our first baby is such an incredibly happy time for us. That's why we want to invite you to our baby shower with a twist. Rather than asking you to give gifts to our new baby, we're asking you to honour him by supporting UNICEF in giving underprivileged babies around the globe a healthy start in life. It would really mean a lot to us," the couple said in a joint statement on Twitter. The virtual baby shower, launched on Jan 15, invites fans into Shakira and Gerard's virtu...

11:58, Thursday, 17 January 2013 Shakira and her fianc Gerard Piqu have uploaded a semi-naked photo of themselves to promote a UNICEF charity appeal. The She Wolf singer shows off her baby bump in the nude pic, while father-to-be Piqu proudly holds her growing stomach in the black-and-white snap - which was taken by Jaume Laiguana last month. Shakira posted the pic on Twitter last night (16th January), accompanied with the caption: "Wed like to celebrate the imminent birth of our first child with all of you. #babyshower." The couple stripped off for the image after launching their 'virtual baby shower', which aims to raise money for the children's charity. Shakira - who is a Goodwill Ambassador for UNICEF - and the Barcelona footballer have invited fans to join the online shower, with the hope of supporting vulnerable babies across the globe. The couple stated: "To celebrate the arrival of our first child, we hope that, in his name, other less privileged...

Los Angeles, Jan 17 (IANS) Singer Shakira, who is expecting her first child with boyfriend Gerard Pique, has launched an online baby shower and is asking fans to honour their child by supporting UNICEF in giving underprivileged babies around the globe a healthy start in life. The singer is UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador and requesting fans to buy gifts for some of the world's poorest babies. Contactmusic.com reports that the couple posted the invitation on Twitter Wednesday. "Dear Friends, Having our first baby is such an incredibly happy time for us. That's why we want to invite you to our baby shower with a twist. Rather than asking you to give gifts to our new baby, we're asking you to honour him by supporting UNICEF in giving underprivileged babies around the globe a healthy start in life. It would really mean a lot to us," the couple said in a joint statement on Twitter. The virtual baby shower, launched on Jan 15, invites fans into Shakira and Gerard's virt...

11:58, Thursday, 17 January 2013 Shakira and her fianc Gerard Piqu have uploaded a semi-naked photo of themselves to promote a UNICEF charity appeal. The She Wolf singer shows off her baby bump in the nude pic, while father-to-be Piqu proudly holds her growing stomach in the black-and-white snap - which was taken by Jaume Laiguana last month. Shakira posted the pic on Twitter last night (16th January), accompanied with the caption: "Wed like to celebrate the imminent birth of our first child with all of you. #babyshower." The couple stripped off for the image after launching their 'virtual baby shower', which aims to raise money for the children's charity. Shakira - who is a Goodwill Ambassador for UNICEF - and the Barcelona footballer have invited fans to join the online shower, with the hope of supporting vulnerable babies across the globe. The couple stated: "To celebrate the arrival of our first child, we hope that, in his name, other less privileged...

Los Angeles, Jan 17 (IANS) Singer Shakira, who is expecting her first child with boyfriend Gerard Pique, has launched an online baby shower and is asking fans to honour their child by supporting UNICEF in giving underprivileged babies around the globe a healthy start in life. The singer is UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador and requesting fans to buy gifts for some of the world's poorest babies. Contactmusic.com reports that the couple posted the invitation on Twitter Wednesday. "Dear Friends, Having our first baby is such an incredibly happy time for us. That's why we want to invite you to our baby shower with a twist. Rather than asking you to give gifts to our new baby, we're asking you to honour him by supporting UNICEF in giving underprivileged babies around the globe a healthy start in life. It would really mean a lot to us," the couple said in a joint statement on Twitter. The virtual baby shower, launched on Jan 15, invites fans into Shakira and Gerard's virtu...

Shakira shows off bare baby bump with soccer star beau Gerard Piqu, hosts online baby shower. Pregnant Colombian singer Shakira, who is expecting her first child with Barcelona defender Gerard Piqu, has posed for an intimate photograph showing off her baby bump. The image, posted on Twitter, shows Piquwrapping his hands around his girlfriend and their first child together. "We'd like to celebrate the imminent birth of our first child with all of you. #babyshower," Shakira tweeted . The post included a link to an online baby shower, hosted by UNICEF with the purpose of raising awareness on child survival. Fans of the singer and the Spanish international can purchase gifts ranging from mosquito nets, polio vaccine and a weighing scale to therapeutic food that helps malnourished children. To purchase these gifts, interested parties can log on to a secure UNICEF Web page . Follow us "Every expectant parent around the world shares all the same hopes and dreams for their ...

Shakira took to her social media accounts on Wednesday, January 16, to show off a new baby bump picture with boyfriend Gerard Pique and invited her fans to attend an online baby shower she's hosting in conjunction with UNICEF. Photos: Celebrity babies of 2012 / 2013 Shakira gets Hollywood Walk of Fame star Stories: Shakira shows baby bump at Azerbaijan concert (Photos) 'The Voice' replaces Christina Aguilera and Cee Lo with Shakira and Usher Katy Perry denies dissing Beyonce and Shakira, talks Rihanna collaboration "We'd like to celebrate the imminent birth of our first child with all of you. #babyshower," the pop star wrote on Twitter . The Tweet also links to a website that calls the event "Shakira & Gerard Pique's World Baby Shower." The couple requests that in lieu of gifts, guests donate money through the UNICEF site to help babies who live in extreme poverty. Through the donations, the children will receive vaccines, food, mosquito net...

World-famous singer-songwriter and UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador Shakira and FC Barcelona star Gerard Piqu are inviting friends and fans today to join their online baby shower - in support of the worlds most vulnerable babies. "To celebrate the arrival of our first child, we hope that, in his name, other less privileged children in the world can have their basic needs covered through gifts and donations," reads the invitation from Shakira and Gerard. "Thank you for sharing this unforgettable moment with us." Expecting their first baby, the couple decided to share the excitement using innovative social media tools. The online baby shower engages social media fans by welcoming them to visit Shakira and Gerards virtual living room. There, guests can learn about the issue of child survival and purchase an Inspired Gift to help give babies around the world a healthy start to life. UNICEFs Inspired Gifts are real, life-saving items distributed to children and communities in ...

Jaume Laiguana With their baby boy set to arrive any day now, Shakira and Gerard Piqu shared a sexy and shirtless black and white maternity portrait with fans and asked for their help . Wed like to celebrate the imminent birth of our first child with all of you, the singer and upcoming Voice judge , 35, writes on her social media accounts. Working with UNICEF , a charity Shakira has been a globalambassador for since 2003, the couple requests donations from $5-110 rather than gifts for their son. The minimum amount buys a mosquito net to protect a child from malaria, while the maximum purchases a peanut-based paste that can save a malnourished child. To celebrate the arrival of our first child , we hope that, in his name, other less privileged children in the world can have their basic needs covered through gifts and donations, the couple write. Thank you for sharing this unforgettable moment with us. Every expectant parent around the world shares all the same hopes and dreams f...

The Hips Don't Lie hitmaker, who is expecting a baby with Spanish footballer Gerard Pique, turned the spotlight on her dad William Mebarak Chadid as he unveiled his book Al Viento Y Al Azar at the Casa del Libro shop in Barcelona. Shakira, who wrote the foreword to the tome, even gave a speech to gush about her father, insisting he is a superstar in her native Colombia. She said, "My son is going to have a great example: a grandfather who has many stories to tell. In (my hometown) Barranquilla, my dad isn't 'Shakira's father' but rather I'm the daughter of William, and he's the best father life could possibly have given me. My cornerstone, my best friend, not only in my career but in my life." The presentation was a real family affair - Shakira attended the event with Pique and his parents, as well as her mother Nidia Ripoll and brother Tonino.

Michael Caine and his wife, Shakira , celebrated 40 years of marriage over dinner at Prime 112 Steakhouse in Miami. The couple dined Tuesday with a group of 15 that included their daughter Natasha , Blaine Trump , Joan Collins and her husband, Percy Gibson . A witness told us, Michael looked elated to be celebrating 40 years with his beautiful wife. When the desserts came out, they were smiling and sharing from the same spoon. The acting legend met Shakira after spotting her in a TV ad, and he calls her his soul mate. Getty Images Michael Caine and Shakira Caine

WENN Stars of MTV's new reality series, "Buckwild," have defended their show afterU.S. Senator Joe Manchin's (W.V.) call to cancel the program because of the cast members' "shameful behavior." In December, Senator Manchin wrote a letter to MTV President Stephen Friedman, claiming the showwas "repulsive" and displayed "ugly, inaccurate stereotypes" about West Virginia, where the program is set. However, his petition to halt the show from premiering failed, and the show aired as scheduled on Thursday. Bing: More about 'Buckwild' | Plus: Best and worst shows of 2012 | The year in reality TV Now two "Buckwild" cast members are addressing Senator Manchin's comments, insisting the politician was out of line when he wrote the letter. Shain Gandy tells MTV News, "All them old people in West Virginia cannot go back and say that they did not do all that stupid stuff, because if they did, they're lying. I mean,...

Michael Caine and his wife, Shakira , celebrated 40 years of marriage over dinner at Prime 112 Steakhouse in Miami. The couple dined Tuesday with a group of 15 that included their daughter Natasha , Blaine Trump , Joan Collins and her husband, Percy Gibson . A witness told us, Michael looked elated to be celebrating 40 years with his beautiful wife. When the desserts came out, they were smiling and sharing from the same spoon. The acting legend met Shakira after spotting her in a TV ad, and he calls her his soul mate. Getty Images Michael Caine and Shakira Caine

WENN Stars of MTV's new reality series, "Buckwild," have defended their show afterU.S. Senator Joe Manchin's (W.V.) call to cancel the program because of the cast members' "shameful behavior." In December, Senator Manchin wrote a letter to MTV President Stephen Friedman, claiming the showwas "repulsive" and displayed "ugly, inaccurate stereotypes" about West Virginia, where the program is set. However, his petition to halt the show from premiering failed, and the show aired as scheduled on Thursday. Bing: More about 'Buckwild' | Plus: Best and worst shows of 2012 | The year in reality TV Now two "Buckwild" cast members are addressing Senator Manchin's comments, insisting the politician was out of line when he wrote the letter. Shain Gandy tells MTV News, "All them old people in West Virginia cannot go back and say that they did not do all that stupid stuff, because if they did, they're lying. I mean,...

Shakira has admitted that coaching The Voice has been a tough task thus far. The star is expected to give birth to her and Gerard Piqu's son at any time, but the pregnancy hasn't stopped her from attending Voice auditions in recent weeks. Shakira spoke about the difficulties of carrying on her Voice duties during her pregnancy in a recent chat with Access Hollywood . "[It] hasn't been easy, but I have a lot of energy. I can go long hours," Shakira declared. "I'm thrilled to be here and I'm sure he is too." The 'Hips Don't Lie' singer also discussed potential names for her and Piqu's child with her fellow Voice coach Adam Levine. "She's going to name the baby Adam actually," Levine teased. "It's a great name. It's a strong name. Strong name." Shakira then revealed that the name Adam signifies "the first man" to her, with Levine jokingly replying: "It doesn't get much better t...

Shakira and Usher are ushering in a new era on The Voice . In just-released promotional portraits, the two new mentors pose in the show's famous swivel chairs alongside veterans Adam Levine and Blake Shelton . Shakira, 35, and Usher, 34, have replaced Christina Aguilera , 32, and Cee Lo Green , 38, for the NBC show's fourth season, premiering March 25. Adam Levine, Blake SheltonCredit: Mark Seliger/NBC (2) Shakira, who will soon welcome her firstborn son with boyfriend Gerard Pique , was several months pregnant while filming the blind auditions in the fall of 2012. "I'm thrilled to be here and I'm sure he is too," she told Access Hollywood , pointing to her baby bump. PHOTOS: Shakira's sexy abs "She's going to name the baby Adam, actually, Maroon 5 frontman Levine, 33, joked. "It's a great name. It's a strong name. Strong name." PHOTOS: Before they were on The Voice ! The "One More Night" crooner admitted he ...

Christina Aguilera and Cee Lo Green have parted ways (for now) with "The Voice," and filling those chairs when the show returns for Season 4 in March are Usher and a very pregnant Shakira . "Hasn't been easy, but I have a lot of energy. I can go long hours," Shakira told Access Hollywood when we visited the set at the end of 2012. PLAY IT NOW: The Voice: How Long Will Shakira & Adam Levine Be On The Show? Shakira is due any day now, but when the live tapings come around, she'll be in top form, and likely joking with returning coach Adam Levine , just like she did when we interviewed the coaches. "I'm thrilled to be here and I'm sure he is too," she said, referring to her baby on the way. VIEW THE PHOTOS: NBCs The Voice Coaches: Then & Now "She's going to name the baby Adam actually," the Maroon 5 rocker joked. "It's a great name. It's a strong name. Strong name." "Means 'The first man,...