The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame announced its special guests for the 2024 ceremony, which includes notable actors, musicians and more. By Christina Rufo

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Rock Hall Reveals Special Guests for 2024 Induction Ceremony: Jelly Roll, Dr. Dre, Julia Roberts and more

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame announced its special guests for the 2024 ceremony, which includes notable actors, musicians and more. By Christina Rufo

by Christina Rufo | Sep. 25, 2024 | 2:30 PM

Courtesy Erik Drost via Flicker

Courtesy Erik Drost via Flicker

The 2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony is set to feature an impressive array of special guests, each bringing their own star power and unique contributions to the world of popular music.

Some of the biggest names in entertainment, including Dr. Dre, Demi Lovato, Dua Lipa, Keith Urban and The Roots, are joining the star-studded event to honor this year’s inductees, which include Ozzy Osbourne, Dave Matthews Band, Cher, Foreigner, Peter Frampton, A Tribe Called Quest, Kool & The Gang and Mary J. Blidge. 

Additional newly confirmed presenters and performers include the following:

  • Busta Rhymes
  • Chuck D
  • Ella Mai
  • James Taylor 
  • Jelly Roll 
  • Julia Roberts
  • Kenny Chesney
  • Lucky Daye
  • Mac McAnally
  • Method Man
  • Roger Daltrey
  • Sammy Hagar
  • Slash

Set to take place on Oct. 19 at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, the annual induction ceremony celebrates the history and cultural significance of rock and roll and honors the artists, producers, and other influential figures who have shaped the music industry. The ceremony acknowledges musicians who have not only contributed groundbreaking work but have also left a lasting impact across genres, inspiring future generations.

Related: Nine Highlights from the 2023 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremonies

The 39th annual ceremony will be streamed live on Disney+, featuring performances by inductees such as Mary J. Blige, Cher and Dave Matthews Band.

“Every year the biggest names in music, film and culture step onto the stage at our ceremony to pay tribute to the iconic inductees whose music has defined generations”, said John Sykes, Chairman of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Foundation in a press release. “These are once in a lifetime moments created that will be remembered forever.”

 

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Christina Rufo

Christina is a passionate reporter on Cleveland's culture and dining scene, compiling Cleveland Magazine's monthly dining guide. A graduate of West Virginia University's journalism school and the New York University Publishing Institute, her work celebrates the people, plates and parties that make Northeast Ohio shine.

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