On May 13, 2025, during concert of Shakira at the Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina, Candela Márquez, Spanish actress and current partner of Alejandro Sanz, shared a photo with the Colombian singer that quickly went viral on social media.
The image, taken backstage at the event, shows both artists smiling and hugging, which generated a wave of comments due to the remarkable physical resemblance between them and they were even called ‘twins’.
Backstage meeting

Candela Márquez attended the concert as a companion of Alejandro Sanz, who was invited by Shakira to perform together their hit “La Tortura”, commemorating the 20th anniversary of its release.
After the presentation, Márquez took the opportunity to take a picture with Shakira, which he shared on his Instagram account with the message, “Without a doubt, one of the most beautiful and talented women of all time.”
Reactions in social media

Candela Márquez’s publication generated an avalanche of comments on social networks, where many users highlighted the resemblance between the two.
Phrases like “They’re twins!”, “They look like sisters” and “Alejandro Sanz found his Shakira look-alike” flooded digital platforms.
This phenomenon is not new, since the relationship between Sanz and Marquez was made public, internet users have pointed out the physical similarities between Candela and Shakira, especially in her curly hair and facial features.
Alejandro Sanz’s position

Faced with the constant comparisons, Alejandro Sanz has come out in defense of his partner.
On one occasion, he responded to a comment on social networks insinuating that he was not over his relationship with Shakira, saying, “Poor thing, dive in, but dive in a lot, more.”
With this, the singer made it clear that the comparisons are unfounded and that his current relationship is independent of his friendship with the Colombian singer.
It has always been rumored that Alejandro Sanz would have a fixation with Shakira, that's why his girlfriends resemble the Colombian
Shakira on tour in the United States
This episode has especially resonated with the Hispanic community in the United States, where both Shakira and Alejandro Sanz have a large fan base.
The encounter between Candela Márquez and Shakira, as well as Sanz’s reaction, have generated debates about comparisons in relationships and the importance of respecting the individuality of each person.
The photo shared by Candela Marquez alongside Shakira not only captured a special moment between two artists, but also sparked a broader conversation about relationship comparisons and public perception.
Meanwhile, Alejandro Sanz continues to enjoy his relationship with Marquez, making it clear that, although comparisons are inevitable, each relationship is unique and deserves to be valued for what it is.
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