Rabbit (Rabbit)
Former footballer Gerard Pique had a pet rabbit when he played for Manchester United from 2004-2008. Pique said he got the rabbit as the apartment he was renting from Sir Alex Ferguson, who was his boss at the time, was too small for a dog. The rabbit ended up destroying the furniture, which resulted in a raging phone call from Sir Alex after Pique left the house.
Max Piqué Mebara (Rabbit)
Shakira and former partner Gerard Pique adopted a rabbit named Max in November 2020.
Toby (Rabbit)
Shakira also adopted a rabbit named Toby, along with her dog Teddy, in August 2021.
Teddy (Dog)
Shakira adopted a dog named Teddy in August 2021.
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.
