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Billy Joel made a surprise performance in Florida after revealing he was diagnosed with normal pressure hydrocephalus, a brain condition affecting balance and other functions, and has been undergoing treatment and physical therapy.
The voice actresses of 'KPop Demon Hunters'—EJAE, Rei Ami, and Audrey Nuna—made a surprise appearance on SNL's season 51 premiere, performing their song for the first time live. The animated film has become Netflix's most popular title, with its soundtrack topping charts, and a sequel is in development. EJAE also announced her debut solo single, set to release on October 24.
Earth, Wind & Fire performed a surprise two-song set with Sabrina Carpenter at Lollapalooza in Chicago, which was organized in just 24 hours after her agent arranged it, showcasing their quick turnaround and collaborative energy.
During Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter tour, Jay Z made a surprise appearance at the third night in Atlanta, thrilling the crowd with a special performance.
Pop star Taylor Swift made a surprise appearance at the 'Tight End University' event in Nashville, performing 'Shake it Off' at a benefit concert, highlighting her unexpected influence and support for the NFL tight end community.
Taylor Swift performed a surprise concert at Tight End University in Nashville, where she sang 'Shake It Off' with fellow artists and tight ends, highlighting her connection with NFL players and fans, with proceeds supporting charity.
At the Governors Ball festival in New York, Olivia Rodrigo surprised the audience by bringing out David Byrne to perform 'Burning Down the House,' despite heavy rain and a delayed start, with Rodrigo also mimicking some of Byrne's signature dance moves.
Christina Aguilera surprised Sabrina Carpenter and her audience at Carpenter's Los Angeles concert by joining her on stage for a performance of "Ain't No Other Man" and a duet of "What a Girl Wants." Carpenter, who has long admired Aguilera, was visibly shocked and thrilled by the surprise appearance. The two singers previously collaborated on "What a Girl Wants" to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Aguilera's debut album. Aguilera expressed excitement about sharing her music with new generations, while Carpenter has often cited Aguilera as a major influence on her career.
During her Eras Tour in Madrid, Taylor Swift performed a surprise acoustic set, mashing up songs from various albums. Despite fans expecting a guest appearance, Swift reassured them with "It's just me, guys." Celebrities like Blake Lively and the Haim sisters were in attendance.
Justin Bieber made a rare onstage appearance at Coachella, joining Tems and WizKid to perform their hit song "Essence" for the excited crowd, marking his return to the stage following his Ramsay Hunt Syndrome diagnosis in June 2022, which led to the cancelation of his "Justice" tour. Despite keeping a low profile, Justin has recently made surprise appearances at events like the NHL All-Star Weekend and Coachella, where he has a history of making unexpected cameos.
Will Smith surprised the Coachella crowd by joining J Balvin on stage to perform "Men in Black" in keeping with Balvin's extra-terrestrial-themed set, dressed as his character from the film. His wife Jada Pinkett Smith and son Jaden were in the audience, with Jaden also reuniting with Justin Bieber at the festival. This marks Smith's return to Coachella after five years and his first music performance since the Oscars slap scandal, as he prepares for his upcoming film "Bad Boys 4."
Will Smith made a surprise appearance at Coachella, joining J Balvin on stage to perform "Men in Black" from his 1997 blockbuster film. The duo rapped the song while surrounded by backup dancers dressed as aliens, and Smith even wielded the memory-erasing device from the movie. The performance was part of a weekend full of surprise guests at Coachella, including Olivia Rodrigo, Billie Eilish, and Kesha, who made headlines for changing the lyrics to her hit song "Tik Tok."
Lana Del Rey surprised Coachella attendees with a star-studded performance, including duets with Billie Eilish and Jon Batiste, as well as a hologram appearance with Jack Antonoff. Del Rey's setlist featured rare live performances and a memorable entrance and exit on a motorcycle, solidifying her impact at the festival.
Billie Eilish surprised the Coachella crowd by joining her idol Lana Del Rey on stage for a special performance, singing "Ocean Eyes" and "Video Games" together. The duo's unexpected collaboration delighted fans, with Lana praising Billie as "the voice of a generation." Despite speculation, Taylor Swift did not make an appearance, but fans are hopeful for a surprise performance during weekend 2 of the festival.
Bruce Springsteen surprised fans by flying cross-country to join country superstar Zach Bryan on stage at Brooklyn's Barclays Center, performing a new, unreleased song "Sandpaper" and Bryan's "Revival." Singer-songwriter Maggie Rogers also joined them for encores. Springsteen's upcoming tour includes rescheduled dates in the U.S. and Europe, and he will appear at Monmouth University for the American Music Honors event.