Key facts
- Social media users questioned if Shakira used a body double at the 2026 World Cup opening ceremony.
- Theories cited differences in her appearance and a perceived misstep during her performance.
- A scar on Shakira's forehead, visible in photos from May 2026 and the ceremony, suggests it was her.
- Shakira performed the anthem 'Dai Dai' at the event in Mexico City.
Speculation arose online that Colombian singer Shakira may have used a body double during her performance at the 2026 World Cup opening ceremony in Mexico City on June 11, 2026. Theories circulated on social media platforms like X and TikTok, with users pointing to perceived differences in her appearance, including her hair color and a misstep during her rendition of the anthem 'Dai Dai'.