Cher joins Dua Lipa, Demi Lovato and Mary J. Blige onstage at the 2024 Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame as pop royalty old and new lead the performers during star-studded annual induction ceremony

Cher joins Dua Lipa, Demi Lovato and Mary J. Blige onstage at the 2024 Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame as pop royalty old and new lead the performers during star-studded annual induction ceremony
By: dailymail Posted On: October 20, 2024 View: 144

Dua Lipa joined legend, Cher, as well as Demi Lovato to kick off performances during the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony on Saturday in Cleveland, Ohio.

The Dance The Night songstress, 29 - who wowed in an edgy ensemble on the star-studded red carpet for the event - sang alongside Cher, 78, at the Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse where the event took place.

Lovato, 32, also took to the stage during the festivities with Slash to pay tribute to the rock band, Foreigner.

Cher - who is also known as the Goddess of Pop - was just one of the inductees during the special night, as well as other music artists such as Mary J. Blige and Ozzy Osbourne.

Dua Lipa wowed wearing a sleeveless, black leather dress that contained high slits on each side for a sultry flare.

Dua Lipa, 29, joined legend, Cher, 78, as well as Demi Lovato, 32, to kick off performances during the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony on Saturday in Cleveland, Ohio
Lovato also took to the stage during the festivities with Slash to pay tribute to the rock band, Foreigner

She slipped into a pair of fishnet tights as well as black, knee-high heeled boots to coincide with the monochromatic color scheme of her outfit. 

Silver, bedazzled embellishments could be seen on each side of her lower waist and Lipa further accessorized the look with small earrings. 

Her long, dark locks were parted to the side, and effortlessly flowed down past her shoulders in light waves. 

Cher also opted for a leather ensemble that comprised of a black miniskirt and long-sleeved, corset-styled top. 

For a fashionable touch, the songstress additionally sported black, leather chaps and allowed her hair to cascade down in elegant waves. 

Cher's 1998 track, Believe, was a hit upon its release and is found on her 22nd studio album of the same name. 

The catchy tune became her most successful single and landed the number one spot on various global charts, such as the U.S. Billboard Hot 100, U.S. Dance Club Song (Billboard) and U.K. Singles (OCC). 

Cher also won a Grammy for Best Dance Recording during the 42nd Annual Grammy Awards for the song. 

Dua Lipa wowed wearing a sleeveless, black leather dress that contained high slits on each side for a sultry flare
Cher's 1998 track, Believe, was a hit upon its release and is found on her 22nd studio album of the same name
The pair were seen embracing as they flashed cheerful smiles after their performance together
Dua slipped into a pair of fishnet tights as well as black, knee-high heeled boots to coincide with the monochromatic color scheme of her outfit
Silver, bedazzled embellishments could be seen on each side of her lower waist and Lipa further accessorized the look with small earrings
Her long, dark locks were parted to the side, and effortlessly flowed down past her shoulders in light waves
Cher also opted for a leather ensemble that comprised of a black miniskirt and long-sleeved, corset-styled top
For a fashionable touch, the songstress additionally sported black, leather chaps and allowed her hair to cascade down in elegant waves

The songstress is known for other hits during the span of her successful career thus far, such as If I Could Turn Back Time and Strong Enough. 

Earlier this week on Tuesday, the performer jumped onto the runway during the return of the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show in NYC and sang songs such as Believe and Strong Enough. 

Later in the evening, Zendaya inducted Cher and expressed to the crowd, 'Where do I even begin? Cher is not one person. Her name is just as legendary as her legacy.'

Zendaya noted that Cher is the only woman to have a No. 1 hit on a Billboard chart in each of the past seven decades. 

'Cher has got the goods,' the Euphoria actress expressed before Cher performed a rocking version of If I Could Turn Back Time.

Demi Lovato helped pay tribute to the rock band, Foreigner, with Slash, Sammy Hagar, Chad Smith and also Kelly Hansen. 

The former Disney channel star sang the song, Feels Like The First Time - which was released by Foreigner in 1977. 

She also embraced her edgy side in a pair of black pants as well as a white shirt and black, leather corset top. 

The songstress is known for other hits during the span of her successful career thus far, such as If I Could Turn Back Time and Strong Enough
Later in the evening, Zendaya inducted Cher and expressed to the crowd, 'Where do I even begin? Cher is not one person. Her name is just as legendary as her legacy'; Dua Lipa, Cher and Zendaya seen backstage
Demi Lovato helped pay tribute to the rock band, Foreigner, with Slash, Sammy Hagar, Chad Smith and also Kelly Hansen
Behind her, Chad Smith could be seen playing the drums while Slash showed off his skills on the guitar
Slash was seen next to Sammy Hagar during the tribute performance at the star-studded ceremony
The guitarist sported an all-black ensemble and a black hat that was placed on top of his head for the evening
Hagar and Hansen then performed Hot Blooded in front of the audience - before Kelly Clarkson also took to the stage to sing the band's song, I Want To Know What Love Is (1984)
The former American Idol contestant was able to belt out the track alongside past Foreigner member, Lou Gramm
Clarkson wowed wearing a bedazzled miniskirt as well as a semi-sheer, matching corset styled top and cropped jacket

Behind her, Chad Smith could be seen playing the drums while Slash showed off his skills on the guitar. 

Hagar and Hansen then performed Hot Blooded in front of the audience - before Kelly Clarkson also took to the stage to sing the band's song, I Want To Know What Love Is (1984). 

The former American Idol contestant was able to belt out the track alongside past Foreigner member, Lou Gramm. 

Clarkson wowed wearing a bedazzled miniskirt as well as a semi-sheer, matching corset styled top and cropped jacket. 

Foreigner was formed in New York City in 1976 and created a variety of other hits, such as Juke Box Hero and Cold As Ice. 

Mick Jones, Jeff Pilson, Kelly Hansen, Michael Bluestein, Chris Frazier, Bruce Watson and Luis Maldonado are the current members of the band, with Jones being the only original founding member. 

After being inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame, Lou Gramm, Rick Wills, Annabelle Dexter-Jones (daughter of Mick Jones) and Al Greenwood proudly held their awards. 

Mary J. Blige - who was also one of the inductees of the night - wowed as she took to the stage to give a performance to the live audience.

She turned heads wearing a sleeveless, long black leather coat as well as a pair of black latex gloves. 

The Be Without You hitmaker added a stylish hat on top of her head as well as chunky, flashy bracelets on each of her wrists.  

Kelly's long hair cascaded down past her shoulders in elegant waves while her bangs gently fell onto her forehead
The Breakaway hitmaker opted for minimal accessories to allow the outfit to be the main focal point, and added a pair of mini silver earrings
Lou Gramm is one of the co-founders of the band Foreigner and first left the band in 1990 until he returned from 1992 through 2003
The pair stood near a drum set as they belted out lyrics in front of the guests inside the venue
Clarkson and Gramm were spotted sharing a laugh following their performance together
To further glam up her look, Kelly added a smoky shadow around her eyes while a rosy pink, glossy tint was worn on her lips
Sammy Hagar kept it casual in a black shirt and pants as he performed alongside Kelly Hansen during the annual ceremony
Foreigner was formed in New York City in 1976 and created a variety of other hits, such as Juke Box Hero and Cold As Ice
Mick Jones, Jeff Pilson, Kelly Hansen, Michael Bluestein, Chris Frazier, Bruce Watson and Luis Maldonado are the current members of the band, with Jones being the only original founding member
Hagar sang lyrics into a microphone as Slash picked up a different guitar to play during the special tribute
Lou Gramm waved towards the audience as he also took to the stage
Kelly Hansen was seen throwing his arm into the air while having a blast singing on the stage
After being inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame, Lou Gramm, Rick Wills, Annabelle Dexter-Jones (daughter of Mick Jones) and Al Greenwood proudly held their awards
Mary J. Blige - who was also one of the inductees of the night - wowed as she took to the stage to give a performance to the live audience
Blige later removed the coat to unveil a sheer, rhinestone-embellished ensemble that was hooked to over-the-knee, black boots
The Be Without You hitmaker added a stylish hat on top of her head as well as chunky, flashy bracelets on each of her wrists
Mary was soon joined by Ella Mai to help pay tribute and put on a leggy display wearing a fitted black dress that flowed down behind her

Blige later removed the coat to unveil a sheer, rhinestone-embellished ensemble that was hooked to over-the-knee, black boots. 

Mary was soon joined by Ella Mai to help pay tribute and put on a leggy display wearing a fitted black dress that flowed down behind her. 

She also slipped into a pair of over-the-knee, black boors and pulled back her locks into a sleek up do. 

Blige opened up her performance during the ceremony with her 1994 single titled, My Life 

Inductee Dionne Warwick dazzled in an eye-catching ensemble as she performed on stage during the big night. 

She donned a pair of vibrant, shimmering blue trousers as well as a matching blazer and white shirt underneath. 

Warwick was joined by Jennifer Hudson, who sang her 1979 track I'll Never Love This Way Again. Dionne also had the chance to sing lyrics to Walk On By. 

The pair were seen standing side-by-side underneath the bright stage lights as Hudson took part in her tribute to Warwick. 

Jennifer wowed wearing a black, sequin outfit that comprised of sparkling pants as well as a matching, fitted blazer. 

Dionne arrived at the ceremony only a few days after attending a memorial to her longtime friend and collaborator, Cissy Houston, in Newark, New Jersey. 

Teyana Taylor called her 'truly one of a kind' as well as telling off the teleprompter operator for not putting 'Ms.' before her name.

Keith Urban was also one of the performers as he sang with Peter Frampton - who was also inducted on Saturday. 

Frampton first stepped out onto the stage solo to sing Baby (Somethin's Happening) - which was released back in 1974. 

She also slipped into a pair of over-the-knee, black boors and pulled back her locks into a sleek up do
The singer opened up her performance during the ceremony with her 1994 single titled, My Life
The star's outfit sparkled underneath the bright lights as she moved about on the stage as she sang for the guests
Her makeup was glammed up for the night, and comprised of a smoky shadow as well as a glossy, nude-colored tint on her lips
Inductee Dionne Warwick dazzled in an eye-catching ensemble as she performed on stage during the big night
She donned a pair of vibrant, shimmering blue trousers as well as a matching blazer and white shirt underneath
Warwick was joined by Jennifer Hudson, who sang her 1979 track I'll Never Love This Way Again. Dionne also had the chance to sing lyrics to Walk On By
The pair were seen standing side-by-side underneath the bright stage lights as Hudson took part in her tribute to Warwick
The two stars were seen embracing on stage during a heartwarming moment amid the performance together
Jennifer wowed wearing a black, sequin outfit that comprised of sparkling pants as well as a matching, fitted blazer
Keith Urban was also one of the performers as he sang with Peter Frampton - who was also inducted on Saturday
Frampton first stepped out onto the stage solo to sing Baby (Somethin's Happening) - which was released back in 1974
He also had the chance to showcase his guitar skills as she sat on a comfortable chair in the middle of the stage
Urban soon stepped out to join Peter and the two both sang Do You Feel Like We Do (1973)
At the end of their performance, Urban was seen humorously bowing towards Peter - who began laughing at the moment
While Keith and Peter sang together, throwback images of Frampton were shown on a large screen  behind the pair

He also had the chance to showcase his guitar skills as she sat on a comfortable chair in the middle of the stage.

Urban soon stepped out to join Peter and the two both sang Do You Feel Like We Do (1973). 

Frampton was stylishly casual for the night wearing a pair of denim pants as well as a plain shirt and black button up on top. 

Keith sported a short-sleeved, black shirt and black trousers as he also took a seat in front of the audience. 

At the end of their performance, Urban was seen humorously bowing towards Peter - who began laughing at the moment. 

The late Jimmy Buffet was also inducted on Saturday following his passing last year on September 1, 2023 at age 76 following a battle with rare skin cancer, Merkel-cell carcinoma. 

Dave Matthew first took to the stage to pay tribute to the late star as he performed an acoustic version of Jimmy's 1974 track, A Pirate Looks At Forty. 

He wore a plain, black shirt and light gray trousers as he took to the stage during the induction ceremony. 

The late Jimmy Buffet was also inducted on Saturday following his passing last year on September 1, 2023 at age 76 following a battle with rare skin cancer, Merkel-cell carcinoma
Dave Matthew first took to the stage to pay tribute to the late star as he performed an acoustic version of Jimmy's 1974 track, A Pirate Looks At Forty
James Taylor - who inducted Buffet - also joined Kenny Chesney and Mac McAnally as they sang Come Monday in honor of the singer-songwriter
A depiction of a sunset was shown on a screen behind the trio during the song, while soft orange lights also lit up behind them
Taylor sported a light blue shirt as well as a pair of dark gray pants and a blazer while making an appearance at the ceremony over the weekend
The trio were seen playing guitars as they sat on top of stools in front of microphones on the stage

James Taylor - who inducted Buffet - also joined Kenny Chesney and Mac McAnally as they sang Come Monday in honor of the singer-songwriter. 

A depiction of a sunset was shown on a screen behind the trio during the song, while soft orange lights also lit up behind them. 

The trio played their guitars as they sat on top of stools in front of microphones on the stage. 

Inductee James J.T. Taylor of Kool & The Gang was another performer during the special night in Cleveland. 

The singer donned a sequin, leopard-print jacket that was zipped up at the front as well as a pair of matching pants. 

Chuck D inducted Kool & the Gang during the event, saying 'This is a long-due celebration.' 

Inductee James J.T. Taylor of Kool & The Gang was another performer during the special night in Cleveland
Chuck D inducted Kool & the Gang during the event, saying 'This is a long-due celebration'
The Roots helped the band do a medley of hits that got the crowd grooving - led by Robert
Other stars stepped onto the stage, including Queen Latifah, Common, Busta Rhymes and De La Soul who all paid tribute to inductee: hip-hop group A Tribe Called Quest

The band had 12 Top 10 hits on the Billboard Hot 100 including the 1980 chart-topper Celebration as well as Get Down On It and Joanna. They've been eligible for the hall since 1994.

The Roots helped the band do a medley of hits that got the crowd grooving - led by Robert "Kool" Bell - bass guitarist, co-founder and last original member - and longtime singer James J.T. Taylor. 

Confetti shot into the arena and Taylor asked the crowd to use their cellphone lights as he read off the names of 10 members who were critical to the band's success.

Other stars stepped onto the stage, including Queen Latifah, Common, Busta Rhymes and De La Soul who all paid tribute to inductee: hip-hop group A Tribe Called Quest. 

They performed the some of the group's hit tracks such as Can I Kick It? and also Scenario. 

Latifah was stylish in a plain black shirt as well as black pants and a long, black coat that was left unfastened at the front. 

She added a black hat on top of her locks that fell down straight past her shoulders, and also sported a pair of large, black shades. 

Busta Rhymes was seen wearing a pair of white pants as well as a red, leather jacket as he moved about on stage with Common.  

Latifah was stylish in a plain black shirt as well as black pants and a long, black coat that was left unfastened at the front
She added a black hat on top of her locks that fell down straight past her shoulders, and also sported a pair of large, black shades
She was seen pointing while grooving on the stage during the performance
Busta Rhymes was seen wearing a pair of white pants as well as a red, leather jacket as he moved about on stage with Common
Common showed off his own personal sense of style in a colorful, patterned jacket as well as matching trousers during the special set
Busta Rhymes and Common performed together during the ceremony
Posdnuos of the hip-hop trio, De La Soul, also took part in the tribute wearing a black, double-breasted jacket and matching pants
He was soon joined by Common as they also performed together underneath the bright stage lights
A Tribe Called Quest was formed in Queens, New York City back in 1985 - with the original members being Q-Tip, Phife Dawg,  Ali Shaheed Muhammad and Jarobi White
Mercer was also joined by Black Thought amid the tribute set at the star-studded ceremony

Common showed off his own personal sense of style in a colorful, patterned jacket as well as matching trousers during the special set. 

Posdnuos (Kevin Mercer) of the hip-hop trio, De La Soul, also took part in the tribute wearing a black, double-breasted jacket and matching pants. 

He was soon joined by Common as they also performed together underneath the bright stage lights. 

A Tribe Called Quest was formed in Queens, New York City back in 1985 - with the original members being Q-Tip, Phife Dawg, Ali Shaheed Muhammad and Jarobi White. 

Mercer was also joined by Black Thought amid the tribute set at the star-studded ceremony. 

Ozzy Osbourne was also inducted into the 2024 Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame on Saturday and stars took to the stage to pay tribute to the rocker amid his health woes. 

Andrew Watt, Jelly Roll and Zakk Wylde - the original guitarist from Ozzy's 1991 No More Tears album - performed in front of the Crazy Train singer who sat on the stage nearby. 

Chad Smith, Watt and Robert Trujillo - who is known as the bassist for Metallica - also accompanied Wylde onstage as they performed some of Osbourne's hit during his induction. 

Billy Idol also took part in the tribute with drummer Chad Smith sitting behind Idol during his set on the stage.

Maynard James Keenan of Tool stepped out to perform as well alongside Wolfgang Van Halen who played guitar in front of the crowd.  

Ozzy Osbourne was also inducted into the 2024 Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame on Saturday and stars took to the stage to pay tribute to the rocker amid his health woes
Andrew Watt, Jelly Roll and Zakk Wylde - the original guitarist from Ozzy's 1991 No More Tears album - performed in front of the Crazy Train singer who sat on the stage nearby
Chad Smith, Watt and Robert Trujillo - who is known as the bassist for Metallica - also accompanied Wylde onstage as they performed some of Osbourne's hit during his induction
Billy Idol also took part in the tribute with drummer Chad Smith sitting behind Idol during his set on the stage
Billy - who is known for hits such as Eyes Without A Face - opted to go shirtless and wore a pair of black pants as well as a red, plaid jacket
Maynard James Keenan of Tool stepped out to perform as well alongside Wolfgang Van Halen who played guitar in front of the crowd
Blue lights brightened the stage as Keenan and Van Halen performed together
Jelly Roll opted for an all-black outfit as he sang on stage during the tribute performance for Ozzy Osbourne
Zendaya inducted Cher and made her way onto the stage while donning an eye-catching, cutout dress inspired by the Believe hitmaker
The halter-styled, nude-colored dress clung to her toned figure and also contained shimmering, gold details on the material
Her long, dark locks were parted in the middle, and effortlessly flowed down straight past her shoulders

During the 2024 Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame induction ceremony on Saturday, celebrities stepped in front of the audience to induct a number of music artists. 

Zendaya inducted Cher and made her way onto the stage while donning an eye-catching, cutout dress inspired by the Believe hitmaker. 

The halter-styled, nude-colored dress clung to her toned figure and also contained shimmering, gold details on the material. 

Her long, dark locks were parted in the middle, and effortlessly flowed down straight past her shoulders. 

'Where do I even begin? Cher is not one person,' Zendaya said when inducting Cher. 'Her name is just as legendary as her legacy.'

Zendaya noted that Cher is the only woman to have a No. 1 hit on a Billboard chart in each of the past seven decades. 'Cher has got the goods.' 

In her speech, Cher said she was inspired by Cinderella and thanked her mother for instilling in her to always get back up after defeat. 

'The one thing I got from my mom is to never give up,' she said. 'I never give up. I'm talking to the women - down and out, we keep going.'

'Where do I even begin? Cher is not one person,' Zendaya said when inducting Cher. 'Her name is just as legendary as her legacy'
Zendaya noted that Cher is the only woman to have a No. 1 hit on a Billboard chart in each of the past seven decades. 'Cher has got the goods'
In her speech, Cher said she was inspired by Cinderella and thanked her mother for instilling in her to always get back up after defeat
'The one thing I got from my mom is to never give up,' she said. 'I never give up. I'm talking to the women - down and out, we keep going'
Zendaya could be seen applauding Cher as she watched the singer make her acceptance speech
Teyana Taylor had the chance to help honor Dionne Warwick over the weekend and stepped onto the stage wearing a sleeveless, green-beaded gown that was held up with thick straps that wrapped around her shoulders
Her brunette locks were styled into a retro up do while her bangs fell down straight onto her forehead
As she paid tribute to the songstress, photos of Dionne from over the years were shown on a large screen behind Taylor
Teyana opted for minimal accessories and added a gold necklace with a pendant on the front as well as a pair of mini earrings
The Then Came You singer last made her way to the podium to accept her award as she was officially inducted into the Hall of Fame

Teyana Taylor had the chance to help honor Dionne Warwick over the weekend and stepped onto the stage wearing a sleeveless, green-beaded gown that was held up with thick straps that wrapped around her shoulders. 

Her brunette locks were styled into a retro up do while her bangs fell down straight onto her forehead.

As she paid tribute to the songstress, photos of Dionne from over the years were shown on a large screen behind Taylor.

The Then Came You singer last made her way to the podium to accept her award as she was officially inducted into the Hall of Fame. 

Warwick said this year was the third time she was nominated for the Hall. 'I am so pleased to be here,' she said. 

'I'm just going to say this and get off the stage: Thank you, thank you, thank you.' 

At the end of the special night, Dionne proudly posed with her award in her hands on the red carpet. 

Warwick said this year was the third time she was nominated for the Hall. 'I am so pleased to be here,' she said
At the end of the special night, Dionne proudly posed with her award in her hands on the red carpet
Sammy Hager later took to the stage to induct the rock band Foreigner - with Lou Gramm, Al Greenwood, Alexandra Dexter-Jones (daughter of Mick Jones) and Rick Willis accepting the awards
As he spoke to the crowd, he was seen holding up his arms while greeting the crowd inside the venue
He introduced Foreigner, and thanked their fans for their tenacity to demand inclusion
The English-American rockers - with hits like Cold as Ice, and Waiting for a Girl Like You - topped the charts in the 1970s and '80s but never made it into the Hall - much less a ballot - until last year, despite being eligible for more than 20 years
Hagar noted that Foreigner currently tours without any original members. 'That's how good the songs are,' he said. 'Who deserves this more than Foreigner?'

Sammy Hager later took to the stage to induct the rock band Foreigner - with Lou Gramm, Al Greenwood, Alexandra Dexter-Jones (daughter of Mick Jones) and Rick Willis accepting the awards. 

As he spoke to the crowd, he was seen holding up his arms while greeting the crowd inside the venue. 

He introduced Foreigner, and thanked their fans for their tenacity to demand inclusion. 

The English-American rockers - with hits like Cold as Ice, and Waiting for a Girl Like You - topped the charts in the 1970s and '80s but never made it into the Hall - much less a ballot - until last year, despite being eligible for more than 20 years.

Hagar noted that Foreigner currently tours without any original members. 'That's how good the songs are,' he said. 'Who deserves this more than Foreigner?'

Peter Frampton was inducted by Roger Daltrey - who is known for being the co-founder and lead singer of the rock band called the Who.

'It's about bloody time! Peter has had the most amazing career of all time. It's probably easier to name the people he hasn't worked with than the people he has,' Daltrey said.

Frampton earned his way into the Hall in large part on the strength of his 1976 live double album Frampton Comes Alive! buoyed by the hit songs Show Me the Way and Baby, I Love Your Way. 

Daltrey noted Frampton has always played with a wide smile. During his performance, Peter hooked up his famous talk box effect and the crowd roared. 

'I really am a lucky guy to have this amazing career,' he said, thanking David Bowie for resurrecting his professional life after it had spun out.

Peter Frampton was inducted by Roger Daltrey - who is known for being the co-founder and lead singer of the rock band called the Who
'It's about bloody time! Peter has had the most amazing career of all time. It's probably easier to name the people he hasn't worked with than the people he has,' Daltrey said
The late Jimmy Buffet was inducted by James Taylor and expressed to the crowd, 'For so many of us, Jimmy was like a heroic figure in a Greek myth'
'His adventure was our adventure. We got to share his huge love of this life. He loved being Jimmy Buffet'
James added, 'He was larger than life but somehow at the same time always right-sized and always authentic. Jimmy was the self-made man and a poet, and there won't be another like him'
Buffet is known for a number of hit songs during his career, including Margaritaville. Also during the induction speech, Taylor was seen bringing his hand to his forehead in a salute
Chuck D honored James J.T. Taylor of Kool & The Gang during the event on Saturday in Cleveland
He said, 'This is a long-due celebration.' The band had 12 Top 10 hits on the Billboard Hot 100 including the 1980 chart-topper Celebration as well as Get Down On It. They've been eligible for the hall since 1994
James J.T. Taylor and Robert Earl 'Kool' Bell took to the stage to accept the awards during the induction

The late Jimmy Buffet was inducted by James Taylor and expressed to the crowd, 'For so many of us, Jimmy was like a heroic figure in a Greek myth.'

'His adventure was our adventure. We got to share his huge love of this life. He loved being Jimmy Buffet.'

James added, 'He was larger than life but somehow at the same time always right-sized and always authentic. Jimmy was the self-made man and a poet, and there won't be another like him.'

Buffet is known for a number of hit songs during his career, including Margaritaville. 

Also during the induction speech, Taylor was seen bringing his hand to his forehead in a salute.  

Chuck D honored James J.T. Taylor of Kool & The Gang during the event on Saturday in Cleveland. 

He said, 'This is a long-due celebration.' The band had 12 Top 10 hits on the Billboard Hot 100 including the 1980 chart-topper Celebration as well as Get Down On It. They've been eligible for the hall since 1994.

And Suzanne de Pass also spoke on stage as she received the Ahmet Ertegun Award at the ceremony.

The businesswoman donned a chic, white coat that had sparkling, silver embellishments on the material. While talking to the crowd, she held a big smile on her face and brought her hand up to her heart.

And Suzanne de Pass also spoke on stage as she received the Ahmet Ertegun Award at the ceremony
The businesswoman donned a chic, white coat that had sparkling, silver embellishments on the material. While talking to the crowd, she held a big smile on her face and brought her hand up to her heart
Dave Chappelle also took to the stage to induct A Tribe Called Quest - with members Q-Tip and Jarobi White accepting the big honor
Chappelle said the group incorporated 'jazz and soul in a way hip-hop had never seen' and they also proved you could be 'cool and not necessarily gangster'
Queen Latifah, Busta Rhymes, Common, The Roots and De La Soul were on hand to perform a medley of Tribe hits, including Bonita Applebum, Scenario and Can I Kick It?
Jarobi White and Q-Tip were seen sharing a moving embrace as they were officially inducted into the Hall of Fame
Q-Tip also took time to say a few words to the crowd inside the venue
Jarobi White also stepped up to the podium to give a speech during the big moment
Q-Tip dressed for the occasion wearing a classic, black tuxedo as well as a white dress shirt and black bowtie

Tom Morello - who is known for performing in bands such as Rage Against the Machine and Audioslave - helped induct MC5 during the event. 

Dave Chappelle also took to the stage to induct A Tribe Called Quest - with members Q-Tip and Jarobi White accepting the big honor. 

Chappelle said the group incorporated 'jazz and soul in a way hip-hop had never seen' and they also proved you could be 'cool and not necessarily gangster.'

Queen Latifah, Busta Rhymes, Common, The Roots and De La Soul were on hand to perform a medley of Tribe hits, including Bonita Applebum, Scenario and Can I Kick It?

Jack Black honored Ozzy Osbourne during the ceremony, who accepted his award while sitting on a bat throne on the stage.

The actor - who is part of the rock duo Tenacious D - stated, 'Plumber, car horn tuner, slaughterhouse worker, the greatest frontman in the history of rock and roll.'

'Ozzy Osbourne… I remember the first time I heard of Ozzy. I was 13 years old, wandering around the record store. What should I get? Sticks? Journey?'

'An older rock aficionado noticed my indecision, and he said, "Stop f***ing around, kid. This is the album you need to get, the Blizzard Of Ozz. Man, was he right!' 

Black expressed to the audience that Ozzy 'invented heavy metal' and added, 'through all that power, Ozzy's voice carving through the Sonic Blast Furnace like an air raid siren.'

'He made the hairs on the back of my neck stand at Attention. Clear and crisp as a morning bell, and that smile, he looked so happy, he looked insane. So much charisma, the Jack Nicholson of rock.'

Julia Roberts helped induct the Dave Matthews Band and sported a stylish suit as well as a shirt that had 'Dave' printed on the front in various colors. 

The Pretty Woman actress is a self-avowed superfan and appeared in the band's video for the 2005 single, Dreamgirl.

Roberts said the appeal of the group is 'spontaneous abandon' and added that the first time she danced with her husband was to a Dave Matthews Band song. 

Jack Black honored Ozzy Osbourne during the ceremony, who accepted his award while sitting on a bat throne on the stage
The actor - who is part of the rock duo Tenacious D - stated, 'Plumber, car horn tuner, slaughterhouse worker, the greatest frontman in the history of rock and roll'
'Ozzy Osbourne… I remember the first time I heard of Ozzy. I was 13 years old, wandering around the record store. What should I get? Sticks? Journey?'
'An older rock aficionado noticed my indecision, and he said,
Black expressed to the audience that Ozzy 'invented heavy metal' and added, 'through all that power, Ozzy's voice carving through the Sonic Blast Furnace like an air raid siren'
'He made the hairs on the back of my neck stand at Attention. Clear and crisp as a morning bell, and that smile, he looked so happy, he looked insane. So much charisma, the Jack Nicholson of rock,' he added
While sitting on the bat throne, Osbourne was able to address the crowd as he accepted the induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Ozzy was supported by his children Jack and Kelly during the event amid his health woes and Parkinson's disease battle
Julia Roberts helped induct the Dave Matthews Band and sported a stylish suit as well as a shirt that had 'Dave' printed on the front in various colors
The Pretty Woman actress is a self-avowed superfan and appeared in the band's video for the 2005 single, Dreamgirl
Roberts said the appeal of the group is 'spontaneous abandon' and added that the first time she danced with her husband was to a Dave Matthews Band song
The jam band, with their mix of funk, folk-rock, jazz, blues and pop, then played Ants Marching - asking the crowd to sing the chorus. The arena was still full when they hit the stage after midnight, with the crowd singing along and swaying
Method Man and Dr. Dre later took the podium to induct Mary J. Blige during the festivities - with both music artists dressed to impress in fashionable suits
The singer held a smile on her face as she stepped up to the stage to proudly accept her award while wearing the same outfit she wore during her performance

The jam band, with their mix of funk, folk-rock, jazz, blues and pop, then played Ants Marching - asking the crowd to sing the chorus. The arena was still full when they hit the stage after midnight, with the crowd singing along and swaying. 

Matthews hugged Roberts, handed out the trophies to his bandmates, and called the class of 2024 impressive. 

'We're swimming in very deep water here,' Dave said. He thanked the current and former members of the band and the bar owner who gave them a home in Charlottesville, Virginia. When he thanked the fans, they roared back. 

Method Man and Dr. Dre later took the podium to induct Mary J. Blige during the festivities - with both music artists dressed to impress in fashionable suits. 

The singer held a smile on her face as she stepped up to the stage to proudly accept her award while wearing the same outfit she wore during her performance. 

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