Lady Gaga Sets Attendance Record at Rio Beach Concert

Lady Gaga’s Epic Return: Massive Crowd at Rio Concert

Lady Gaga delivered a powerful performance in Rio de Janeiro, attracting a massive crowd of around 2.5 million people to Copacabana Beach. This free concert, held on Saturday night, marked her first appearance in Brazil in over a decade. Her loyal fans, known as “Little Monsters,” traveled from across the globe to be part of the unforgettable night.

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A Night to Remember in Music History

Kicking off at around 10 p.m., the pop superstar opened with her 2011 hit “Bloody Mary”, followed by an electrifying setlist of chart-toppers like “Poker Face” and “Alejandro.” The crowd sang and danced along as Gaga also performed tracks from her latest Billboard 200-topping album "Mayhem."

Record-Breaking Numbers for a Female Artist

According to the Associated Press and Gaga’s representatives, this concert now holds the title of the most-attended concert by a female artist in history, beating Madonna’s 2024 record of 1.6 million at the same location. Official estimates cite 2.1 million attendees, though some sources report up to 2.5 million.

Boosting Rio’s Economy Through Music

Out of the millions in attendance, more than 1 million were local Brazilians, while an estimated 500,000 international fans contributed to a surge in Rio’s tourism.