Shakira's World Cup Performance Sparks Body Double Speculation

WHO:

Euronews - Shakira performed at the 2026 World Cup opening ceremony.

Euronews - J Balvin, Maná, and Lila Downs also performed at the event.

Euronews - Gerard Piqué is mentioned as Shakira's ex.

WHAT:

Euronews - The 2026 World Cup kicked off with a lavish opening ceremony in Mexico City.

Euronews - Shakira performed the tournament’s official anthem, ‘Dai Dai’.

Fox News - Speculation arose on social media regarding the authenticity of Shakira's performance, with claims that she used a body double.

WHERE:

Euronews - The opening ceremony took place in Mexico City.

WHEN:

Euronews - The 2026 World Cup began on June 11, 2026.

Euronews - Shakira was seen at an event in New York in May 2026.

WHY:

Euronews - Social media users speculated that Shakira looked different during her performance, leading to theories about a body double.

HOW:

Euronews - Theories about the body double were fueled by Shakira's appearance, including her outfit, sunglasses, and hair color.

Euronews - A small scar on Shakira's forehead, visible in past photographs and during the performance, was cited as evidence that it was indeed her on stage.

(UPDATED June 12, 2026 16:06 UTC)

The 2026 World Cup kicked off with a lavish opening ceremony in Mexico City, featuring performances by Shakira, who sang the tournament’s official anthem, "Dai Dai," along with J Balvin, Maná, and Lila Downs. Speculation arose on social media regarding the authenticity of Shakira's performance, with some users suggesting she may have used a body double due to her appearance during the show. Despite these theories, a small scar on Shakira's forehead, visible in past photographs and during the performance, was cited as evidence that it was indeed her on stage.