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Madonna's Rio Finale Draws 1.6M, Boosts Economy by $57M

May 5, 2024, 01:44 AM

Madonna concluded her 'Celebration Tour' with a historic free concert at Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro, drawing an unprecedented crowd of 1.6 million attendees. This event, marking the largest-ever standalone concert for any artist, featured performances by guest artists Anitta, Pabllo Vittar, and Ariana Grande. The concert not only set a record for attendance but also brought significant economic benefits, with expectations to generate $57 million for the local economy. Madonna opened the show with 'Nothing Really Matters'.