Coachella Mishap: Nelly Furtado Takes a Tumble Onstage, Shares Post-Fall Injury Snap
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Canadian artist Nelly Furtado made headlines during her performance at the Coachella festival on April 13 when she took a tumble onstage. The 45-year-old singer was delivering a rendition of her hit song “Maneater” when she stumbled and fell, landing heavily on her elbows. Despite the fall, Furtado displayed remarkable professionalism by quickly regaining her composure and continuing her performance without missing a beat.
Nelly Furtado’s fall occurred while she was performing alongside Australian producer Dom Dolla for their single “Eat Your Man.” However, the mishap didn’t dampen her spirits, as she humorously addressed the incident on social media. She shared a clip of her bloodied finger on Instagram, jokingly remarking, “Literally left it all on the stage… including my blood.”
Nelly Furtado falling at Coachella but not missing a verse. A performer 👏 pic.twitter.com/zu1eyxipVf
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In another post on her Instagram Stories, Nelly Furtado shared footage of her fall and added a playful caption: “Eat your man, not the stage.” Despite the fall, Furtado maintained her sense of humor and professionalism, demonstrating resilience in the face of adversity.
Nelly Furtado’s surprise appearance during Dom Dolla’s set delighted fans, but it was her unexpected fall that captured attention. Despite the setback, Furtado smiled and brushed off the incident, continuing her performance with enthusiasm.
Nelly Furtado had a little accident at Coachella’s stage tonight while she was performing at Dom Dolla’s set. pic.twitter.com/B20mIOCGkW
— Nelly Furtado Charts (@NellyFCharts) April 14, 2024
Following the performance, Nelly Furtado took to social media to share a video of herself giving a bloody thumbs-up, along with the caption, “This Barbie likes to rave.” She humorously referenced her fall once again, emphasizing her dedication to her fans and her commitment to delivering a memorable performance.
The Coachella festival, known for its star-studded lineup and vibrant atmosphere, kicked off its first weekend with performances from headliners such as Lana Del Rey, Tyler, the Creator, and Doja Cat. However, Furtado’s fall added an unexpected twist to the festivities, reminding audiences of the unpredictability of live performances.
Despite the fall and subsequent injury, Furtado’s resilience and professionalism shone through, earning her praise from fans and fellow artists alike. As Coachella continues into its second weekend, Furtado’s memorable performance and lighthearted response to adversity serve as a reminder of the indomitable spirit of live music.
Got back up like a professional
— aidan (@aidan7501) April 14, 2024
It takes a lot of courage to continue performing after something like this. 🤗
— GENZ_tailor (@Iamsallieluv) April 14, 2024
I hope she's okay, It's always tough when performers have mishaps on stage.
— AZ (@AzZaid) April 14, 2024
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