Blake Shelton knows how to put on a show—but it’s his big heart that stole the spotlight on May 13 during his TODAY Show appearance for the Citi Concert Series.
Performing live from Rockefeller Plaza, the 48-year-old country star lit up the stage with a mix of new tracks and fan favorites, including “Texas,” “Stay Country or Die Tryin’,” “Boys ‘Round Here,” and “Honey Bee.” But amid the electric energy and music, it was one emotional fan moment that truly stood out.
In the crowd that morning was Alexa, a dedicated fan from Erie, Pennsylvania, who’s seen Blake perform live an incredible 19 times. Her loyalty didn’t go unnoticed.
As host Craig Melvin addressed her during the broadcast, he asked if she’d like to meet Blake in person. Within seconds, Blake stepped down from the stage, walked right up to Alexa—and gave her the warmest, most heartfelt hug. She was overcome with emotion, wiping away tears as the crowd cheered.
The moment was caught on camera and quickly went viral, with fans flooding social media to praise Blake’s kindness and authenticity.
“Blakey. One of the good guys. Awesome.”
“He is seriously the nicest person ever!”
“My cousin worked on The Voice and always said Blake’s even nicer behind the scenes.”
Alexa’s unforgettable experience reminds us why Blake Shelton remains one of country music’s most beloved stars—not just for his music, but for the way he connects with fans.
Blake’s performance was part of the second installment of the 2025 Citi Concert Series on TODAY, which launched May 6 and will continue all summer long with artists like Cynthia Erivo, Zac Brown Band, and the Jonas Brothers.
And who knows? With more concerts to come, there just might be more magical fan moments waiting to unfold.
