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Two former staffers accuse veteran Spanish singer Julio Iglesias of human trafficking and sexual crimes, with a formal complaint filed in Spain alleging abuse at his properties in the Dominican Republic and the Bahamas. Advocacy groups say the women faced harassment and excessive work conditions; prosecutors have six months (potentially more) to decide whether to proceed, and Iglesias has not publicly responded.
Spanish prosecutors are examining allegations that Grammy-winning singer Julio Iglesias sexually assaulted two former employees at his Caribbean residences in the Dominican Republic and the Bahamas (reported to have occurred in 2021). The case could be pursued by Spain’s National Court if applicable, with Women’s Link Worldwide representing the women and discussions underway about possible consequences for Iglesias, including honors.
Shakira has settled a tax fraud case in Spain, agreeing to a three-year suspended sentence and a fine of €7 million. The case alleged that she failed to pay €14.5 million in income taxes between 2012 and 2014. Shakira maintains that tax authorities in Spain have targeted high-profile individuals, including professional athletes, and that she was not living in Spain full-time during the specified period. She decided to resolve the matter in the best interest of her children and her career. In a separate case, she has been charged with tax fraud for allegedly not paying taxes in 2018.
Colombian pop star Shakira has settled a tax fraud case with Spanish prosecutors by paying a €7.5m fine, just as her trial was about to begin. Prosecutors had sought an eight-year jail term and a €23.8m fine if she was found guilty. The case revolved around allegations that Shakira listed her official residence outside of Spain while living there between 2012 and 2014. Shakira, who denied any wrongdoing, said she settled with the best interest of her children in mind and wanted to move past the stress and emotional toll of the case.