The singer wore a beautiful gold sequin gown with a modest cowl neckline and big cutouts. Shakira wore a Nicolas Bru-designed gown with a stunning back cutaway, teamed with Piferi platforms.

The “Hips Don’t Lie” singer was accompanied by two special visitors on the pink carpet: her two boys Milan and Sasha, whom she has with ex-partner footballer Gerard Piqué.

Shakira got the top accolade at this year’s MTV Video Music Awards, the Video Vanguard Award. Previous winners include Nicki Minaj, Britney Spears, Pink, Rihanna, Beyonce, and others.

Shakira performs onstage at the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards on Sept. 12. CHRISTOPHER POLK FOR VARIETY

The pop star performed a mix of her hits while wearing an embellished nude outfit.

On Tuesday, Donatella Versace took to Instagram to compliment the diva on her music career and spectacular Versace appearance. She said, “You should be so proud of everything you have achieved so far.” Every record you’ve broken and every rule you’ve defied has made you so special! Tonight, you are radiant in Versace. “I love you so much.”

Shakira’s year 2023 is still full of huge moments. In June, she partnered with fellow Latin singer Manuel Turizo on the tune “Copa Vacía,” whose music video had over 84 million views on YouTube.

Shakira wore an edgy David Koma minidress with a leather strap to the Billboard Latin Women in Music Awards in May, where she was honored as the first Latin Woman of the Year. The outfit was from the brand’s resort 2023 collection.

Since 1984, MTV’s Video Music Awards have honored the year’s biggest acts. Nicki Minaj hosts the 40th VMAs, which take place at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey, and include a brand new category: Show of the Summer. P Diddy will be recognized with the Global Icon Award alongside Shakira, who will receive the coveted Video Vanguard Award.