Julia Roberts, the beloved Pretty Woman star, delivered a moving and personal speech while inducting the Dave Matthews Band into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse in Cleveland, Ohio. Her deep connection to the band made her the perfect choice for the honor.
During her speech, Roberts, 56, shared a special memory: her first dance with husband Danny Moder, 25 years ago, was to a Dave Matthews Band song. “That was a winning combination,” she recalled, expressing her long-standing admiration for both her husband and the band. She playfully encouraged the audience to “clap for swooning,” adding warmth to the moment.
Roberts went on to explain that her love for the band runs deep, declaring, “We’re not just fans. We are lifelong fans.” The crowd cheered in agreement as she shared her gratitude for the role the band has played in her life.
Married to Moder since 2002, the couple shares three children and continues to cherish the special moments brought by the music that has shaped their relationship. Roberts expressed how “deeply honored” she was to help induct the band into the Hall of Fame, marking a meaningful occasion for both the actress and the iconic rock band.