Lady Gaga breaks Madonna’s record with free 2.5M concert

Lady Gaga made history with an incredible free concert in Rio de Janeiro, performing in front of an estimated 2.1 million fans on Copacabana Beach. This show marked her first performance in Brazil since 2012 and was the largest of her career. The concert was part of Rio’s efforts to stimulate its economy, with projections suggesting it would boost the city’s economy by $106 million. The event took place on a Saturday night, with the crowd filling the iconic beach for an unforgettable performance. As she took the stage, Lady Gaga excitedly told the crowd, Tonight, we're making history. Thank you for making history with me. The concert kicked off at 10:10 p.m. local time with her 2011 hit Bloody Mary, which was met with cheers from the tightly packed audience. Fans, standing shoulder to shoulder on the vast stretch of sand, danced and sang along to every song. Organizers confirmed that around 2.1 million people attended. Throughout the night, Lady Gaga performed her iconic hits, such as Poker Face and Alejandro, while changing into several stunning outfits, including one that featured the colors of the Brazilian flag. The night was a celebration of her music and a remarkable moment for both her and her dedicated fans.