A crew member has died after a tragic accident while assembling stage structures for Shakira’s upcoming free concert at Copacabana Beach.
Event organizers confirmed the incident in a statement on Instagram, revealing that emergency responders provided initial care at the scene before the injured worker was transported to a hospital, where he later died. Authorities said the victim suffered severe crushing injuries after becoming trapped in a lifting system during preparations for the show.
Despite the tragedy, the 49-year-old singer is still scheduled to headline the highly anticipated Todo Mundo no Rio festival in Rio de Janeiro this Saturday. Organizers expressed their condolences, saying they are offering full support to the victim’s family, colleagues, and the company involved.
The incident has cast a shadow over what is expected to be one of the largest music events in the world, following massive turnouts at past free concerts in the city by stars like Lady Gaga and Madonna.
Shakira, who has been actively promoting the show on social media, described the concert as one of the most important of her career, promising surprises for fans as she prepares to take the stage.#newsafro_
