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Jennifer Hudson and BamBam Join Historic Vatican Concert Lineup

Jennifer Hudson and BamBam Join Historic Vatican Concert Lineup
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  • PublishedSeptember 8, 2025

Disney+, Hulu, and ABC News have announced that two renowned artists, Jennifer Hudson and BamBam, will perform at the upcoming concert titled “Grace for the World” in Vatican City. This historic event, set to take place on September 13, 2023, will mark the first time a concert of this magnitude is held at the Vatican.

The concert will feature a diverse lineup, headlined by Pharrell Williams and the Voices of Fire Gospel Choir, along with acclaimed tenor Andrea Bocelli. Additional performers include notable names such as John Legend, Karol G, Clipse, Teddy Swims, Jelly Roll, and Angélique Kidjo. A special international choir, directed by Grammy-winner Adam Blackstone, will also be part of the performance.

A Celebration of Faith and Humanity

Streaming live from the iconic St. Peter’s Square, the concert aims to celebrate the Catholic Jubilee Holy Year, honoring the 2,025th anniversary of the incarnation of Jesus Christ. It will also coincide with the conclusion of the third World Meeting on Human Fraternity, organized by the Fratelli Tutti Foundation.

The event promises to be a significant gathering, with live streaming available globally on Disney+, Hulu, and ABC News Live, starting at 3 p.m. ET / 12 p.m. PT. A replay will be accessible following the concert for those unable to participate live.

Executive Production and Broadcast Details

Executive producers for the concert include Pharrell Williams, Andrea Bocelli, and various entities such as Nova Sky Stories and Something in the Water. Noteworthy additional executive producers are billionaire Solina Chau, television producers Mark Burnett and Roma Burnett, chef and entrepreneur Kimbal Musk, and the event management company Fever.

The live broadcast is produced by Jesse Collins Entertainment and directed by Sam Wrench, ensuring a high-quality viewing experience for audiences worldwide.

As anticipation builds for this landmark event, “Grace for the World” stands as a powerful testament to the unifying power of music, faith, and humanity, inviting audiences from around the globe to experience a moment of joy and reflection.

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