During the 25th anniversary celebration of The Oprah Winfrey Show in May 2011, Jamie Foxx created a truly special moment when he serenaded Oprah with the classic “Isn’t She Lovely.” The unexpected performance left Oprah visibly touched, as she hadn’t anticipated the surprise. Introduced by Will Smith, the serenade quickly turned into something even more incredible.
Midway through, the crowd was stunned as Stevie Wonder appeared on a lift from below the stage, seamlessly taking over from Foxx to finish his iconic 1976 hit. It was a perfectly executed surprise, showcasing heartfelt admiration for Oprah.
Oprah Winfrey had already been moved by Jamie Foxx’s soulful serenade, but when Stevie Wonder made his surprise appearance, she couldn’t contain herself, letting out a squeal that would’ve rivaled any Beatlemania moment.
The audience shared in her excitement, the atmosphere buzzing with energy. At the anniversary celebration, Foxx showcased his impressive skills as an R&B vocalist. And as expected, Wonder gave a performance that left everyone in awe.
The unforgettable surprise was planned before as a special for Oprah Winfrey. The moment became an instant sensation, especially after it was posted on YouTube, where it quickly racked up 6.7 million views. Fans couldn’t get enough of the performance, flooding the comments with praise and excitement such as “Absolutely beautiful. Goosebumps when you hear Stevie’s voice” and “Jamie Foxx is certainly underrated as a singer, his voice is pure gold! God granted him so much talent!”