Shakira Brings Free Concert to Rio’s Copacabana Beach
Event
Shakira performed a free concert of her greatest hits on Copacabana beach in Rio de Janeiro on Saturday night. The event, named 'Todo Mundo no Rio', was funded by the city to boost the local economy.
Crowd Claims
Rio de Janeiro Mayor Eduardo Cavaliere posted on social media that approximately two million people attended.
However, BBC Verify notes that similar crowd numbers for a previous Lady Gaga concert on the same beach were likely inflated.
Economic Impact
City officials estimate the concert will generate approximately R$800 million (£118 million) for Brazil.