Gerard Piqué
Gerard Piqué is a Spanish former professional soccer player. He’s known for playing for Manchester United from 2004 until 2008 and for Barcelona from 2008 until 2022. He is a four-time winner of the FIFA World Cup, and a three-time UEFA Champions League champion. His honors also include a record nine La Liga titles with Barcelona and three UEFA Super Cups. He is also the recipient of the Prince of Asturias Award in 2010, and the FIFA World Cup Golden Ball in 2010.
His friendship with Lionel Messi, beyond their striking partnership at Barcelona FC, led to their joint venture in esports, yielding accolades in the global gaming arena. Additionally, Piqué worked with world-renowned pop icon, Beyoncé, in promoting her clothing line, Ivy Park, blending fashion with sports. His professional ties also extend to esteemed figures like former Spanish Prime Minister, José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero, and Microsoft’s Satya Nadella, contributing insights for technological integration in sports. Collaborations with fellow footballers like Neymar, Luis Suárez, and Sergio Busquets in various promotional campaigns and charitable endeavors have also been noteworthy. Piqué’s ties with fellow philanthropist, Bill Gates, resulted in significant strides in eradicating polio.
Off the pitch, Piqué is also a successful businessman and philanthropist. He is the founder of Kosmos Holding, a company focused on sports and entertainment, co-founded with Hiroshi Mikitani. He is also the founder of the Gerard Piqué Foundation, which focuses on helping children in need. He is also known for his relationship with singer Shakira from 2011 until 2022, who he had two children with.