Renowned opera singer Andrea Bocelli of Italy shared the stage with his son Matteo to host the Oscars’ “In Memoriam” tribute, making it one of the most memorable moments of the 2024 ceremony. In their performance of his iconic 1995 single “Time To Say Goodbye,” Andrea and Matteo honored many celebrities who had passed away recently, such as Tina Turner, Robbie Robertson, Matthew Perry, and Richard Lewis.
Andrea Bocelli’s son sang flawlessly alongside his legendary voice, a duet fueled by a shared love of opera, as the set and performers wore bright blue costumes. Their slick rendition of “Time To Say Goodbye” was accompanied with a tribute to late celebrities shown through a series of brief photos, with the help of a spectral illusion of backup dancers who shimmered in the light from behind them. Vocally, the pair was so natural, intense, and strong that it brought several onlookers to tears.
Renowned opera singer Andrea Bocelli of Italy shared the stage with his son Matteo to host the Oscars’ “In Memoriam” tribute, making it one of the most memorable moments of the 2024 ceremony. In their performance of his iconic 1995 single “Time To Say Goodbye,” Andrea and Matteo honored many celebrities who had passed away recently, such as Tina Turner, Robbie Robertson, Matthew Perry, and Richard Lewis.
Andrea Bocelli’s son sang flawlessly alongside his legendary voice, a duet fueled by a shared love of opera, as the set and performers wore bright blue costumes. Their slick rendition of “Time To Say Goodbye” was accompanied with a tribute to late celebrities shown through a series of brief photos, with the help of a spectral illusion of backup dancers who shimmered in the light from behind them. Vocally, the pair was so natural, intense, and strong that it brought several onlookers to tears.