Construction Worker Dies at Shakira's Rio Concert Site

0:00It's April 27. You're listening to entertainment and celebrity news today, AI-powered pop culture updates. I'm Cory with the story. A construction worker died on April 26, while building the stage for Shakira's big concert on Copacabana Beach in Rio. The show, called Toto Mondo No Rio, is set for May 2nd and expected to pull huge crowds of fans and tourists. Details from the fibergate point to crushing injuries on his lower limbs from a lifting system malfunction. First responders pulled him free, started care right there, and rushed him to Miguel Cuto Municipal Hospital, but he passed away despite their efforts. An eyewitness, a 51-year-old local, watched the structure drop out of nowhere, sparking chaos as people ran to lift the debris and free the. Trapped man, event organizers jumped in quick with a statement, pledging full support and solidarity to his family, the company, and the crew. Shakira stayed silent on the tragedy so far, but earlier that same day, she lit up Instagram

1:04hyping the gig with promises of guest artists, fresh, outfits, and fan favorite tracks, doving the beach spot the ultimate global stage. Preparations push forward amid the loss, with organizers focused on safety now more than ever, as real gears up for what could be Shakira's most epic. Beach Bash Yet