At the Coastal Country Jam on September 16, 2023, Gwen Stefani made a surprise appearance during Blake Shelton’s headlining performance at Long Beach’s Marina Green Park. The crowd was caught off guard when Shelton began playing the opening chords of Lynyrd Skynyrd’s “Sweet Home Alabama,” leading them to believe he was about to cover the hit.
But just as the crowd got into it, the music shifted smoothly into No Doubt’s “Don’t Speak,” with Stefani joining Shelton on stage for a special duet.
As Gwen Stefani walked on stage, the crowd erupted in cheers. Blake Shelton, with a smile, told the audience, “You know I had to bring out the queen, Gwen Stefani, for this night.” Dressed in an animal print mini-skirt, Stefani joined Shelton, and together they performed No Doubt’s iconic, GRAMMY-nominated hit.
The audience joined in, singing the lyrics in unison as Stefani’s voice echoed through the venue, creating a powerful, unforgettable moment.
Blake Shelton, with a playful grin, introduced Gwen Stefani to the crowd, joking, “Just in case you don’t know, this is Gwen Stefani, everybody.” The two superstars then dove into their hit songs “Nobody But You” and “Happy Anywhere,” their natural chemistry shining through as they performed.
Their duet was full of love, with each note reflecting the bond they share. After their heartfelt performance, the couple shared a quick kiss before Stefani gracefully exited the stage. Shelton, beaming with pride, proudly declared, “Everybody, Gwen Shelton, my wife.”