Viral Dancer Enola Bedard on Joining Shakira at the World Cup Halftime Show: ‘I Manifested It’
Categoria: Musica
The Los Angeles-based, Canadian dancer elaborates on her full World Cup experience alongside Shakira.
Por Billboard | 21/07/2026
Enola Bedard has created a social media presence that today boasts nearly 17 million followers on TikTok and almost three million on Instagram (at time of publishing). It’s thanks to her viral dance videos and free-spirited aura that she ultimately landed the opportunity to dance with Shakira at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Related 5 Ways Shakira & Burna Boy’s ‘Dai Dai’ Has Made World Cup History Shakira & Burna Boy’s ‘Dai Dai’ Keeps Its No. 1 Momentum Across Billboard Charts Shakira Urges More Global Support for Schools After Earthquakes: ‘Venezuela, You’re Not Alone’ “It still doesn’t feel real,” she tells Billboard . “This was one of the biggest performances in the world, and I got to be part of it, and to dance with Shakira on top of that. It all feels so surreal. I’m incredibly grateful to have been part of such a historic and unforgettable moment.” Bedard — a professional dancer and aspiring singer from Canada, based in Los Angeles—explains that she was discovered on social media by the Colombian artist after participating in a “Dai Dai” contest with a group of dancers back in May. Bedard directed, choreographed, and edited the clip, where they’re seen dancing to the soccer anthem at the Santa Monica Pier. Just two days after posting the video, Shakira reposted them, and invited them to perform at the halftime show. Fast forward to July 19, moments before Spain was crowned the 2026 FIFA World Cup winner, Bedard and a group of talented ladies graced the soccer field with Shakira in matching vibrant yellow and orange dresses for an energetic live performance of “Dai Dai,” alongside Burna Boy. “I truly hope to work with Shakira and her team again: performances, collaborations, or music,” she shares. “I’m also a singer, and one of my biggest dreams is to build a career like hers, combining music, dance and performance on a global stage. I hope this opens many doors for me in both industries.” Below, Bedard tells Billboard about her full World Cup experience. Courtesy of Enola Bedard How and when did the opportunity to perform with Shakira at the World Cup come about? My content is all about dance, music and connecting with people. This year I’ve been creating a lot of concept videos recreating the Super Bowl halftime show, choreographing to songs like “Jet Ski.” When Shakira released “Dai Dai,” I immediately felt I needed to create something special — and at that point the contest hadn’t even been announced. I reached out to some of my dance friends, and invited new dancers too, because I wanted to give more people opportunities through my dance community, Business of Dance. We had one rehearsal, and the very next day we filmed the video in Santa Monica. I choreographed two original sections and recreated the “Dai Dai” choreography with the group. Two days after we filmed,