TVA Nouvelles: Technician Dies During Setup for Shakira Concert in Rio de Janeiro
- A stage technician has died during the setup of a Shakira concert in Rio de Janeiro, according to a report from TVA Nouvelles.
- The death was confirmed by local authorities and event organizers, who stated that the worker suffered a fatal injury while working on stage construction at the venue.
- Shakira's Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour, which began in February 2025 in Rio de Janeiro, has been drawing large crowds across multiple continents.
A stage technician has died during the setup of a Shakira concert in Rio de Janeiro, according to a report from TVA Nouvelles. The incident occurred while the crew was assembling equipment for the singer’s ongoing tour.
The death was confirmed by local authorities and event organizers, who stated that the worker suffered a fatal injury while working on stage construction at the venue. No further details about the circumstances of the accident have been released publicly.
Shakira’s Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour, which began in February 2025 in Rio de Janeiro, has been drawing large crowds across multiple continents. The tour supports her twelfth studio album and has included performances in South America, North America, Europe and other regions.
As of early 2026, the tour has grossed over $421.6 million from its first 86 shows, setting a record as the highest-grossing Latin tour in history. It has also become one of the top-grossing tours by a female artist worldwide.
The tour features supporting acts including the Black Eyed Peas, Wyclef Jean, and Pitbull, among others. It is scheduled to continue through October 2026, with a final concert planned in Madrid, Spain.
Event organizers and local officials have not indicated whether the concert schedule will be affected by the incident. Investigations into the workplace accident are expected to follow standard procedures for such events.