Shakira Khan Biography
Shakira Khan is a vibrant 22-year-old marketing professional and part-time children’s entertainer from Burnley, Lancashire. She entered the villa on Day 1, immediately becoming known for her bold energy, confidence, and flair for drama.
Shakira Khan Age and Birthday
Khan is 22 years old, born on 16 or 17 December 2002, making her a Sagittarius.
Shakira Khan Parents and Family
Khan has six siblings and grew up in a close-knit family. Her parents, Sukina Khan and Mr. Khan, have been married for over 20 years. Shakira’s parents are both half-Pakistani, half-English. Her sister is Layla Khan.
Sister
Shakira Khan’s sister, Layla Khan, made an appearance on Love Island: Aftersun alongside their mother, Sukina Khan. Moreover, she has atleast one brother, who on his Instagram features the flags of Pakistan, Afghanistan, and UK, signaling the family’s Pakistan-Afghnan-English roots.
Shakira Khan Nationality and Ethnicity
Khan is British, from Burnley, and identifies as mixed white and Asian. Her parents are both half-Pakistani, half-English.
Job
By day, Shakira works in marketing, and on weekends she works as a children’s entertainer, dressing up as Disney princesses for kids’ parties.
Love Island UK
Shakira Khan entered the villa on Day 1, and coupled with Ben Holbrough; shortly after, Toni stole Ben, leaving Shakira single. On day 2, she coupled with Harry Cooksley after being given 24 hours to find a partner. Day 4: she re-coupled with Ben; then again on Day 8, showing resilience and connection.
On Day 13: Shakira chose Harry again during recoupling, showing her changing strategies and emotional instincts. Her villa approach is direct and assertive; she’s outspoken and unafraid to speak her mind, even if it sparks drama.
During the “Snog, Marry, Pie” challenge, she faced backlash—but viewers rallied behind her, calling her “genuine” and “bold.”
Others appearing Love Island UK season 12 include Harrison Solomon, Malisha Jordan, Helena Ford, Megan “Meg” Moore, Tommy Bradley, Emily Moran, Giorgio Russo, Antonia “Toni” Laites, Yasmin Pettet, Bilikis “Billykiss” Azeez, Dejon Noel-Williams, and Conor Phillips.
Shakira Khan Net Worth
No verified net worth exists. As a working marketing professional and influencer, plus her potential show earnings, her financial outlook is likely growing.
Instagram & Social Media
Shakira shares her adventures under @shakirakhan16, with over 40K followers. Her feed features holiday snaps, glam shots, work highlights, and villa teasers. She also has a TikTok handle @shakirakhannn with close to 50K fans.
FAQs about Shakira Khan
1. Where is Shakira Khan from?
She’s from Burnley, Lancashire, England.
2. What does Shakira on Love Island UK do for a Living ?
She works in marketing and also entertains kids as a Disney princess on weekends.
3. Who has Shakira on Love Island been coupled with?
She’s coupled with Ben, Harry, Ben again, and then Harry during recouplings.
4. What is Shakira Khan’s ethnicity?
Shakira is mixed white and Asian, with both parents half-Pakistani, half-English.