Julia Roberts made a memorable appearance at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, where she inducted the Dave Matthews Band with a heartfelt tribute. The actress, known for her role in Pretty Woman, took to the stage at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, Ohio, to honor one of her favorite bands.
During her speech, Roberts shared a touching memory about her marriage to cinematographer Danny Moder. She recalled their first dance nearly 25 years ago, accompanied by a Dave Matthews Band song. “The first time I ever danced with my husband was almost 25 years ago to a Dave Matthews Band song,” she said, her voice filled with emotion.
“That was a winning combination, as I have been swooning over my husband and this band ever since.”
The 56-year-old actress, married to Moder since 2002, expressed her deep affection for both him and the band. The audience responded enthusiastically when she encouraged them to “clap for swooning,” capturing the evening’s light-hearted and emotional spirit.
Roberts emphasized her family’s lifelong admiration for the band, stating, “We’re not just fans. We are lifelong fans.” Her heartfelt words earned her a standing ovation, marking the moment as a highlight of the night.
The event also featured other poignant tributes. Among the youngest attendees was Ace Morris, a 3-year-old music enthusiast who traveled from Michigan to cheer on Kool & The Gang. Clad in a sparkly blazer, he entertained the crowd with his rendition of “Celebration.”
Cher, who was also inducted, brought humor to the night by recalling the challenges she faced while recording her hit song “Believe,” prompting laughter from the audience.
She was introduced by Zendaya, who honored Cher in a glamorous outfit inspired by the singer’s iconic style.
Emotional tributes continued as Q-Tip from A Tribe Called Quest honored his late bandmate, Phife Dawg, who passed away in 2016. The group accepted their award with Phife’s family present. Comedian Dave Chappelle, who inducted them, shared how their music influenced his career.
Demi Lovato and Kelly Clarkson paid tribute to Foreigner with a stirring performance of “I Want to Know What Love Is,” captivating the audience.
The night concluded with a special acoustic performance by Dave Matthews, who honored the late Jimmy Buffett with “A Pirate Looks at Forty.” His soulful rendition served as a fitting tribute to a music legend, wrapping up an evening filled with heartfelt moments and celebration.
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