Simone Mendes falls on stage after embracing young fan

Brazilian singer Simone Mendes fell on stage during a performance in Passo Fundo, Rio Grande do Sul, on Saturday (26). The incident occurred while she was performing the song ‘Erro Gostoso’ when she opened her arms to embrace a young fan who ran toward her.

The momentum of the hug caused the singer to lose her balance and fall onto the stage floor. Despite the fall, Mendes was not injured and continued her performance while holding the child in her lap. Security personnel assisted her immediately following the impact.

Mendes shared the video of the moment on her official Instagram account, captioning it, ‘Abraços que deixam o coração quentinho’ (Hugs that make the heart warm).