The 2026 FIFA World Cup draw is set to take place this Friday, December 5, in Washington D.C., with a celebrity lineup announced to add to the spectacle. Supermodel Heidi Klum, comedian Kevin Hart, and actor Danny Ramírez will host the event as the tournament-expanded to 48 teams and hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico-begins to take shape. The draw will determine the group stage matchups for the competition, promising an exciting preview of the month-long tournament next summer.
The stage is set for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final Draw, with a star-studded lineup of entertainment announced for the event. The draw, set to take place on Friday, December 5, 2025, at 2:00 PM Argentina time, will be held at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington DC, and promises a global spectacle for millions of viewers.
Supermodel, producer, and Emmy Award-winning personality Heidi Klum will co-host the show alongside comedian and actor Kevin Hart. Klum returns to the World Cup stage after previously participating in the final draw ahead of the 2006 tournament in Germany. “To host the final draw again, after having participated in this event twenty years ago in my country, is truly extraordinary,” Klum said. She added: “The World Cup unites the world like no other, and to be part of that magic again, on an even bigger stage with three host countries and forty-eight teams, is an incredible honor.”
Joining Klum will be Kevin Hart, one of the most successful comedians and actors of his generation, and actor and producer Danny Ramírez, bringing his charisma and a touch of Hollywood flair to the event. Ramírez expressed his excitement about participating in the draw: “As someone who grew up playing soccer, to co-host the draw and meet and talk with World Cup legends at such a prestigious event is a dream,” Ramírez told FIFA. He also highlighted the personal significance of the tournament: “With this tournament in the United States, where I was born, and Mexico, where some of my roots are, it’s even more special, and I’m very excited to be a part of this event.”
The entertainment lineup will feature live performances from internationally renowned artists. Maestro Andrea Bocelli, considered one of the most acclaimed classical voices in history, will deliver a special performance. He will be joined by global superstar Robbie Williams and American singer Nicole Scherzinger, known for her versatility and multiple awards. Following the conclusion of the draw, the group Village People will perform their iconic song “YMCA,” solidifying the festive atmosphere of the event.
FIFA has confirmed that while the entertainment lineup has been announced, the names of the presenters and assistants responsible for overseeing the official draw procedures will be revealed at a later date. Live coverage of the Final Draw will be available through the FIFA website and official World Cup social media channels, as well as through FIFA’s Media Rights Licensees worldwide.
Andrea Bocelli is a world-renowned Italian tenor who has sold over 90 million records since rising to fame after winning the Newcomers section at the 1994 Sanremo Music Festival. Recognized for his interpretations of major operatic works under legendary conductors such as Lorin Maazel, Seiji Ozawa, and Zubin Mehta, he has received six Grammy nominations and six Latin Grammy nominations and received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Bocelli has performed for world leaders and popes, as well as at global events such as the Olympic Games and World Expos. He founded the Andrea Bocelli Foundation to promote education and healthcare worldwide. His Easter performance in 2020 at the Milan Cathedral became one of the most-watched classical music live streams in history.
Kevin Hart is a globally recognized American actor, comedian, producer, and entertainment superstar known for his energetic humor and box office presence on stage and screen. His comedy special “Acting My Age” is the number one stand-up special on Netflix. Rising from Philadelphia comedy clubs to international fame, Hart has headlined record-breaking comedy tours, starred in blockbuster films like Ride Along, Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle, and Central Intelligence, and built a multifaceted career spanning film, television, fitness, and entrepreneurship. With his signature quick wit and infectious personality, Hart has become one of the most recognizable stars in global entertainment.
Heidi Klum is a supermodel, producer, and Emmy Award-winning television personality whose influence has shaped global fashion and entertainment for over 25 years. She rose to international fame on the covers of magazines such as Vogue, Elle, and Marie Claire, became a prominent Sports Illustrated cover star, and achieved iconic status as a Victoria’s Secret Angel. As a host, co-creator, and executive producer of Project Runway for 16 seasons, she helped the show earn 14 consecutive Emmy nominations, and returned to host its 21st season earlier this year. Klum has been a judge on America’s Got Talent for a decade and continues to lead Germany’s Next Topmodel, a hit for 20 seasons. Beyond fashion and television, she is known for her philanthropic work, supporting UNICEF, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, God’s Love We Deliver, and the AIDS Foundation.
Kevin Hart is an actor, comedian, producer, and global entertainment superstar known for his energetic humor and box office draw on stage and screen. His comedy special “Acting My Age” is the number one stand-up special on Netflix. Ascending from Philadelphia comedy clubs to international fame, Hart has headlined record-breaking comedy tours, starred in blockbuster films such as Ride Along, Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle, and Central Intelligence, and built a multifaceted career spanning film, television, fitness, and entrepreneurship. With his signature rapid-fire wit and infectious personality, Hart has become one of the most recognizable stars in global entertainment.
Andrea Bocelli is an Italian tenor of world fame who has sold more than 90 million albums since rising to prominence after winning the Newcomers section at the 1994 Sanremo Music Festival. Recognized for his interpretations of major operatic works under legendary conductors such as Lorin Maazel, Seiji Ozawa, and Zubin Mehta, he has received six Grammy nominations and six Latin Grammy nominations and received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Bocelli has performed for world leaders and popes, as well as at global events such as the Olympic Games and World Expos. He founded the Andrea Bocelli Foundation to promote education and healthcare worldwide. His Easter performance in 2020 at the Milan Cathedral became one of the most-watched classical music live streams in history.
