Madonna Breaks Down Crying During "Like a Virgin" Performance

Singer becomes visibly emotional onstage during her MDNA concert

By Rebecca Macatee Jul 05, 2012 1:35 PMTags

Madonna's MDNA tour is full of surprises. She flashed a boob in Istanbul, mooned her audience in Rome, and in Berlin had an emotional breakdown onstage.

During a slowed-down performance of her 1984 hit "Like a Virgin," Madonna became visibly emotional and cried before finishing the song.

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But Madge wasn't sad for long: A shirtless backup dancer lifted her to her feet, fastened her into a corset and sensually stroked her body.

He then tightened her corset dramatically, causing her to theatrically gasp for air.

"Don't cry, Madonna!" a fan yelled out.

Fortunately, the Material Girl regained her wits, finishing the song to much applause.