A tragic incident occurred during the preparation for Shakira’s upcoming show in Brazil, leading to the death of a construction worker. The organizers of the concert confirmed the unfortunate event, mentioning that the Fire Department was promptly called to assist the injured worker. The “Todo Mundo No Rio” concert organizers expressed their condolences and support for the victim’s family and the company involved in a statement on Instagram translated from Portuguese.
The state fire brigade reported that the worker sustained severe injuries to his lower limbs in a lifting system accident. Despite immediate pre-hospital care by the ambulance service, the victim was pronounced dead upon arrival at the hospital. The mayor of Rio de Janeiro confirmed that Shakira was set to headline the public concert ‘Todo Mundo no Rio’ on Copacabana Beach, which is part of her global tour that commenced in 2025.
