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Tragedy struck Shakira's world just days ago when a 28-year-old Brazilian construction worker named Gabriel de Jesus Firmino died from crushing injuries while assembling the stage for her massive Todo Mundo no Rio concert on Copacabana Beach. ABC3340 reports the accident happened on April 26th, when stage elevators crushed his lower limbs during setup, and despite emergency efforts by firefighters rushing him to Miguel Couto Municipal Hospital, he passed away. The event organizers confirmed the news via Instagram, as translated by People magazine, expressing grief over the loss of the professional on site. Police halted work Sunday for investigation, with lead investigator Angelo Lages telling journalists that the stage-operating company faces scrutiny for possible workplace safety violations, per Associated Press coverage on Audacy. By Monday, construction resumed, WSLS notes, gearing up for Shakira's show this weekend that could draw millions to Rio's iconic sands.
Shakira broke her silence in a heartfelt statement, saying she is deeply saddened for the family, friends, and colleagues of Firmino, according to 960 The Ref. This somber incident overshadows what promises to be a biographical milestone, echoing her history of boundary-breaking beach spectacles like her record-shattering 2024 World Cup closer there. No public appearances or social media posts from her in the past 24 hours, and business buzz centers solely on this concert prep amid the probe. Unconfirmed whispers suggest she'll dedicate the performance, but nothing verified yet.
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