A Tribute to Bon Jovi’s “Livin’ on a Prayer” from Prince William and Taylor Swift

A Royal Performance: Prince William Joins Jon Bon Jovi and Taylor Swift on Stage

A Star-Studded Charity Event

At the 2013 Centrepoint Gala Dinner, held at Kensington Palace, Jon Bon Jovi invited a surprise guest to join him on stage. As he began playing “Livin’ on a Prayer,” he teased the audience about a “karaoke kid” making an appearance. To everyone’s delight, that “kid” turned out to be Prince William, a patron of the homeless charity Centrepoint.

An Unlikely Trio

Despite initial hesitation, Prince William was persuaded to join Jon Bon Jovi and Taylor Swift on stage. The trio delivered a memorable rendition of the rock anthem, with Swift and William providing backing vocals. Initially timid, the prince gained confidence with Swift’s encouragement and became more audible as the song progressed.

A Boost in Confidence

The performance was a significant moment for Prince William, who later expressed that it boosted his confidence. Despite his initial discomfort and forgetting the lyrics, the experience of singing alongside Swift and Bon Jovi became a cherished memory for the royal.

Experience the unique collaboration between Jon Bon Jovi, Taylor Swift, and Prince William as they perform “Livin’ on a Prayer” at the Centrepoint Gala Dinner. Watch the video below for this unforgettable musical moment.