FIFA has announced a glittering entertainment cast for the Final Draw of the FIFA World Cup 2026™, scheduled for Friday, 5 December 2025, at the historic John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington DC. The globally televised event, set for 12:00 ET (18:00 CET), is expected to attract millions of viewers as football takes a decisive step toward its biggest edition yet.
The show will be co-hosted by three global entertainment heavyweights: supermodel and Emmy-winning television personality Heidi Klum, American comedy superstar Kevin Hart, and Hollywood actor and producer Danny Ramirez.
Klum, who previously featured at the Final Draw for Germany 2006, described her return as “extraordinary.”
“Being part of the magic again, on an even bigger stage involving three host countries and 48 teams, is an incredible honour,” she said.
Ramirez, whose roots span both the United States and Mexico – two of the tournament’s hosts – said co-hosting the draw is a personal milestone.
“As someone who grew up playing football, getting to co-host this event and meet World Cup legends is a dream,” he noted.
The evening will feature performances from some of the world’s most celebrated musicians. Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli, one of classical music’s most acclaimed voices, will headline the musical programme. He will be joined by global pop star Robbie Williams, performing alongside American singer and Tony Award winner Nicole Scherzinger.
To cap off the night, disco icons Village People will deliver a crowd-rousing rendition of their timeless anthem Y.M.C.A. once the draw proceedings are completed.
FIFA said details of the draw conductors and assistants who will oversee the official team selections will be announced at a later date.
The Final Draw will be streamed live on FIFA.com and across FIFA World Cup social media platforms, in addition to global broadcast coverage through FIFA’s media partners.
The 2026 World Cup, co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, will feature a record 48 teams — making this draw one of the most watched and anticipated in the tournament’s history.
