Ricky Martin — the heartthrob behind timeless hits like “Livin’ La Vida Loca” — may have found himself in a rather risqué situation when he attended Madonna’s concert over the weekend.
The incident unfolded on the grand stage of the pop diva’s Celebration tour stop in Miami on April 7. The concert is known to be a setting for boundary-pushing performances and avant-garde theatrics, yet it was an unintended moment featuring Ricky that wound up stealing headlines after the show.
Ricky Martin and Madonna appeared on stage together during the Queen of Pop’s concert in Miami
Image credits:Ricky Martin
Ricky was brought on stage not to sing with the Queen of Pop but to judge a handful of dancers performing before them during the show’s “Vogue” ballroom competition. In the past, other celebrities like Julia Garner and Cardi B have also been invited to judge the friendly competition with Madonna.
The two stars were scoring performances on stage during a friendly competition of the “Vogue” segment
Fans got more than they bargained for when they witnessed Ricky getting over-excited during the performances. Some felt the singer was aroused during the performance as well.
“Address the elephant in your pants…I mean…room,” one wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter.
“So no body going to talk about his big package,” one comment said, while another simply asked, “Is that a boner?”
One comment said, “It seems the most interesting things pop up at a Madonna concert.”
Another added, “Was someone getting a little excited @ricky_martin,” ending the comment with the ever-suggestive eggplant emoji.
Netizens wondered whether Ricky Martin was a little too excited after clips from the show were shared on social media
Wait a minute Ricky Martin is that a ….. 😱pic.twitter.com/VRKO1kRRYZ
— chris evans (@notcapnamerica)April 8, 2024
Madonna’s hit song “Vogue” is a tribute to the dance style of the same name that originated in the Harlem ballroom scene of the late 1960s and 1970s, primarily among LGBTQ+ communities. Many fans found it heartwarming to see Ricky, who proudly came out as gay, living his best life and enjoying himself in the presence of male and female dancers on stage during Madonna’s show.
“Omg! What did I just watch, Ricky Martin living his best life and I am totally here for it, yes honey,” one fan said.
Another added, “He was totally living la vida loca.”
“It was a great surprise to see you on stage – two dreams came true the same night,” one fan said, while another wrote, “My favorite icons sharing the stage.”
Thank you@Madonnamy love! Always fun to be invited to the party! 🎉
You all, CAN’T MISS THIS SHOW!pic.twitter.com/bVdoV18Qen
— Ricky Martin (@ricky_martin)April 8, 2024
Ricky also took a moment out of his schedule to express his gratitude to Madonna for inviting him to be a part of the electrifying segment.
“Thank you @madonna my love! Always fun to be invited to the party!” the Maria singer wrote on social media.
“You all, CAN’T MISS THIS SHOW!” he added.Aivaras Kaziukonis
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