In an unforgettable evening at the Glastonbury Festival, Coldplay’s headline performance on the Pyramid Stage was highlighted by an unexpected and heartwarming surprise, the Back to the Future actor Michael J. Fox.
The evening was already filled with high-energy performances and special moments, but nothing quite compared to the electrifying appearance of Michael J. Fox. Chris Martin introduced the beloved actor with palpable enthusiasm, saying, “Here’s another legendary Michael — one who just totally rocks. With his Chuck Berry riff and the way he punched Biff, ladies and gentlemen please welcome Michael J. Fox.”
As Fox was wheeled onto the stage, he exuded joy and enthusiasm, flashing a car as a playful nod to his iconic role in the Back to the Future series. The crowd erupted in cheers, clearly thrilled by the unexpected guest. The excitement only grew as Fox joined the band in performing one of Coldplay’s hit tracks, showcasing his enduring charisma and love for live music.
Social media buzzed with reactions from fans who were delighted by Fox’s appearance. Comments and posts flooded in, praising the surprise cameo and expressing admiration for Fox’s spirited participation. “Watching this, I smiled and cried,” said one YouTube user. On Twitter, emotions were also high, “Amazing and heartwarming. I’m thinking about all the people who suffer from Parkinson’s disease seeing this & smiling. Priceless and thank you @coldplay for doing this. These little things matter!”
Michael J. Fox, who has been open about his battle with Parkinson’s disease, demonstrated incredible resilience and positivity, inspiring both the live audience and viewers around the world. His presence at Glastonbury not only added a magical touch to Coldplay’s performance but also served as a powerful reminder of his enduring influence and the joy he continues to bring to fans.
A heartfelt father-son duet by Phil and Nic Collins
As the Not Dead Yet Tour approached, legendary drummer Phil Collins began to experience nerve problems in his hand that made drumming increasingly difficult. To address this problem, he enlisted his son Nic Collins to take over drumming duties for the tour from 2016 to 2019. During a tour stop in Houston, the father-son duo shared a memorable moment when Nic walked up to the piano after Phil introduced him to the audience.
Phil revealed to the audience that Nic had discovered a song from his debut solo album, You Know What I Mean, that Phil himself liked. In a playful exchange, Phil joked about the number of songs Nic liked, and Nic clarified: “Two songs… mainly just one”. They then delivered a soulful performance of the song, with Phil on vocals and Nic on piano.
The performance was warmly received by Phil Collins’ fans, who were happy to see him perform live despite his health issues. The video of the performance has been viewed over 2.7 million times and many viewers were touched by the father-son collaboration. Comments praised the emotional connection and Nic’s obvious musical talent. One viewer remarked: “Wonderful to see father and son together like this”, and others confirmed: “Nic Collins has inherited Phil’s musical talent”.
The tour also allowed Nic to showcase his diverse musical skills, especially on the drums. At the same show in Houston, Nic demonstrated his drumming skills in a duet with percussionist Richie Garcia, impressing even his father. When Nic joined Richie and Phil for a cajon performance, the group developed into a dynamic drum trio.
After the tour ended in 2019, Nic continued to support his father as a drummer on the Genesis tour from 2020 to 2022. He also joined Mike and the Mechanics, the band led by his father’s Genesis bandmate Mike Rutherford, and showcased his drumming skills with them. In 2022, Nic released his solo project “Better Strangers”, which offers a deeper look into his drumming skills. With a promising future ahead of him, Nic Collins is ready to further his musical career while continuing his father’s legacy.
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