Justin Bieber Added to World Cup Final Halftime Show
Justin Bieber has been confirmed as a performer for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final halftime show.
Questions people are asking
Who is joining the World Cup halftime show?
Justin Bieber is joining Madonna, Shakira, BTS, and Burna Boy.
Is this a recurring event?
Coverage describes this as the inaugural World Cup halftime show.
What outlets are reporting on this addition?
Variety, The Hollywood Reporter, The New York Times, Deadline, Bleacher Report, and Pitchfork have reported on the updated lineup.
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Justin Bieber is joining the lineup for the upcoming FIFA World Cup Final halftime show. He will perform alongside Madonna, Shakira, BTS, and Burna Boy.
Coverage from Variety, The Hollywood Reporter, The New York Times, Deadline, Bleacher Report, and Pitchfork emphasizes the expanded roster of artists set to appear at the event. These outlets collectively identify the performance as the inaugural World Cup halftime show.
Future reports will track the final schedule for the halftime program as the event approaches. Coverage does not yet specify the duration of the performances or the sequence of the artists.
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Justin Bieber Added to World Cup Final Halftime Show Pitchfork · 101d ago broke it first
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