FIFA has announced a high-profile entertainment roster for the Final Draw of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, scheduled for December 5, 2025, at the prestigious John F. Kennedy Centre for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C.
The ceremony will be co-hosted by supermodel and television personality Heidi Klum, comedian and actor Kevin Hart, and actor-producer Danny Ramirez, with millions of viewers expected to tune in as anticipation builds for the first-ever 48-team World Cup jointly hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada.
Klum described her return to the World Cup draw stage—two decades after her first appearance—as a deeply meaningful moment.
“To be hosting the final draw again, after having been involved in this show 20 years ago in my home country, is truly extraordinary,” she said. “The World Cup brings the world together like nothing else, and being part of that magic again, on an even bigger stage involving three host countries and 48 teams, is an incredible honour.”
Ramirez also reflected on the personal significance of his role.
“As someone who grew up playing football, getting to co-host the draw and meet and speak with World Cup legends at such a high-profile event is a dream,” he said. “With this tournament coming to the United States, where I was born, and Mexico, where some of my roots lie, it is even more special – and I couldn’t be more excited to be part of this show.”
The entertainment lineup promises a global musical showcase, featuring performances by Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli, British pop star Robbie Williams, and American singer Nicole Scherzinger. Iconic disco group Village People will close the night with their timeless hit “Y.M.C.A.”
FIFA noted that details regarding the draw conductors and assistants will be announced at a later date.
Source: citinews
