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Burna Boy is preparing for one of the biggest performances of his career as he takes the stage at the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final halftime show alongside Shakira. The historic performance, featuring the official tournament anthem “Dai Dai,” has placed the Grammy-winning Afrobeats star back in global headlines ahead of football’s biggest night.

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Away from the stadium, though, Burna Boy’s personal life continues to attract just as much attention. From his long-term relationship to persistent speculation surrounding his dating history, he has remained a regular topic of public interest. Here’s a factual look at who Burna Boy is linked to, his past relationships, and what’s confirmed versus what’s still speculation.

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Who is Burna Boy currently dating?

As of 2026, Burna Boy has not publicly confirmed being in a relationship with American singer and actress Chloe Bailey.

Romance rumors began after the pair were repeatedly seen together in Nigeria during late 2024. Videos showed them enjoying dinner dates, dancing closely, holding hands, and arriving together at public venues. Chloe was also photographed wearing one of Burna Boy’s signature chains after spending time in Lagos, while he welcomed her with flowers during one visit.

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The public appearances fueled widespread speculation that they were dating. However, neither Burna Boy nor Chloe Bailey officially confirmed they were a couple.

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Speculation surrounding their relationship continued after Chloe unfollowed Burna Boy on Instagram in 2025. Around the same period, leaked audio involving Nigerian socialite Sophia Egbueje circulated online, creating further discussion about Burna Boy’s personal life. Despite online claims linking those events, neither Burna Boy nor Chloe addressed the rumors or confirmed a breakup.

Anyhow, as of 2026, their relationship status remains unconfirmed. While the pair have frequently been linked romantically, there has never been an official announcement describing them as boyfriend and girlfriend.

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What was Burna Boy’s most famous relationship? Who is Stefflon Don, and what happened between them?

Burna Boy’s most public relationship was with British-Jamaican rapper and singer Stefflon Don. The couple confirmed their romance in 2019 after appearing together publicly and regularly sharing moments on social media. Their relationship quickly became one of Afrobeats’ most talked-about celebrity romances, with both artists openly supporting each other’s careers.

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After roughly two and a half years together, the couple separated in 2021. Neither provided detailed public explanations for the breakup, although both later referenced the emotional impact through music and interviews.

Burna Boy’s 2022 hit single “Last Last” is widely understood to reflect the end of that relationship. During interviews promoting the song, Burna Boy acknowledged drawing inspiration from personal experiences, helping listeners connect the lyrics with his breakup.

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Rumors of a reconciliation surfaced during 2024 after reports claimed Burna Boy gifted Stefflon Don a luxury vehicle for her birthday. Neither artist publicly confirmed they had reunited, and no official evidence established that they resumed their relationship.

Their romance remains Burna Boy’s longest and most documented relationship to date.

What is Burna Boy’s full dating history? Everyone he has been linked to.

Before becoming internationally famous, Burna Boy dated Ghanaian actress Princess Shyngle. Their relationship ended years before his mainstream success, and Princess later congratulated him publicly after his Grammy victory in 2021. She has since married.

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In 2019, Burna Boy began dating Stefflon Don. Their relationship lasted until 2021 and became his most high-profile romance.

During 2023, Burna Boy was linked with Jamaican dancehall artist Jada Kingdom after lyrics, public appearances, and social media interactions sparked speculation. Jada was seen wearing one of Burna Boy’s chains, while Burna referenced gifting her a Birkin bag in his music. Neither artist officially confirmed they were dating. Reports suggesting overlap between Jada Kingdom and Stefflon Don’s relationships remain unverified.

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Beginning in late 2024, Burna Boy became linked with Chloe Bailey after several public appearances together in Nigeria. Romantic videos and photographs intensified speculation, but neither artist publicly confirmed the relationship. As of 2026, Chloe Bailey remains a rumored partner rather than a confirmed girlfriend.

Is Burna Boy performing at the 2026 FIFA World Cup halftime show?

Yes. Burna Boy is scheduled to perform during the first-ever FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show on July 19, 2026, at New York New Jersey Stadium.

The halftime production marks FIFA’s introduction of a Super Bowl-style musical performance during the World Cup Final. Burna Boy joins an international lineup featuring Justin Bieber, Madonna, Shakira, BTS, Gustavo Dudamel, and the PS22 Chorus featuring Coldplay.

One reason his appearance has generated significant attention is his collaboration with Shakira on “Dai Dai,” the official FIFA World Cup 2026 anthem. The pair is expected to perform the global hit during the halftime show, supported by large-scale choreography, visual effects, and performances curated by Coldplay frontman Chris Martin.

The event has attracted worldwide interest because it combines football’s biggest championship match with an unprecedented entertainment production. Burna Boy’s inclusion reflects Afrobeats’ continued global influence, while his performance alongside some of music’s biggest stars highlights the genre’s growing presence on the world’s largest stages.

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Meenu Tomy is an NBA writer at EssentiallySports. She discovered her love for sports at a very young age. At first her interests were limited to Football, F1 and Tennis, but gradually grew towards basketball when she started following Stephen Curry's journey. Slowly, she became a Golden State fanatic. A Journalism graduate, her love for writing has helped her create magic that a reader remembers. Apart from writing she loves researching and indulging herself in discussions related to sports, politics and business, which makes her a complete journalist. Other than the journalistic works she loves watching movies and being part of NGO and helping the needy.

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