Did Shakira use a body double at the 2026 World Cup opening ceremony?
Social media users speculated that Shakira used a body double during the 2026 World Cup opening ceremony due to her appearance. However, photographic evidence of a distinct forehead scar suggests the performer was indeed the singer.
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This reflects the speed at which misinformation spreads on social media and the role of visual verification in debunking celebrity rumors.
Did Shakira use a body double at the 2026 World Cup opening ceremony? On Thursday 11 June, the 2026 World Cup kicked off in Mexico City with a lavish opening ceremony. Stars such as J Balvin, Maná, Lila Downs and, of course, Shakira took to the stage; by now she has appeared at more World Cups than her ex, Gerard Piqué.
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