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Shakira shines at the World Cup halftime show while her ex cheers with their kids
Discover the star-studded highlights, backstage drama, and viral moments from the World Cup final
Shakira stole the spotlight at the World Cup final halftime show, delivering a high-energy performance barefoot in a custom Cavalli outfit alongside 34 dancers. The memorable set marked her fourth World Cup appearance, made even more notable with her ex-partner Gerard Piqué and their two sons cheering from the stands. Following the show, Shakira sparked online chatter after sharing a playful moment with Spain’s Ferran Torres during a photo opportunity.
The entertainment lineup also featured a surprise introduction by Ted Lasso stars Jason Sudeikis and Brendan Hunt for Justin Bieber’s acoustic set, while Madonna left stadium fans momentarily confused with a largely pre-recorded performance. Behind the scenes, the show utilized 60 cameras and reached nearly 1.8 billion viewers worldwide. However, extending the halftime break to 27 minutes sparked backlash from sports fans, even as sweet post-match moments, like 19-year-old Lamine Yamal celebrating with his young brother, capped off Spain’s victory over Argentina.
