Madonna mesmerized a crowd of 1.6 million at Brazil’s Copacabana beach with a sensational free concert. The iconic beach area in Rio de Janeiro was filled for several blocks as the pop icon concluded her global tour.
With the iconic statue of Christ the Redeemer towering overhead from Corcovado mountain, Rio de Janeiro is accustomed to grand spectacles. For one unforgettable evening this past weekend, the city welcomed another global sensation: Madonna.
Over one million fans flooded Copacabana beach on Saturday night, transforming its expansive sands into a colossal dance floor for a complimentary performance by the pop legend, marking the finale of her world tour.
City officials estimated a staggering 1.6 million attendees at the concert, with some spectators enjoying the show from illuminated apartments or hotels overlooking the beach, while others watched from motorboats and sailboats anchored nearby.
As drones and helicopters hovered above, Madonna delivered a mesmerizing performance, showcasing a repertoire of classics from “Like a Virgin” to “Like a Prayer,” accompanied by numerous stage and costume changes.
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Essa visão do show da Madonna ficou foda!! Eu acho que a Globo não conseguiu mostrar a grandiosidade que foi o público do show ao lado do mar em Copacabana… as vezes mostrava alguns espaços vazios no fundo pic.twitter.com/BZrz7ruYSj
— Rick B. 🏳️🌈 (@rickbitch) May 5, 2024