Olivia Rodrigo Praises ‘80s Star, 66, in ‘Grateful’ Message
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Liz LindainJuly 1, 2025 at 12:55 AM
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Olivia Rodrigo Praises '80s Star, 66, in 'Grateful' Message originally appeared on Parade.
Olivia Rodrigo had some kind words to say to one of her musical idols.
This year's Glastonbury Festival took place at Worthy Farm in Somerset, which brought together a mix of our favorite music legends and rising stars. Headliners included The 1975 on Friday, Neil Young with Chrome Hearts on Saturday and Rodrigo, who closed out the weekend with a Sunday night set on the main stage. Other standout artists who performed throughout the weekend included Charli xcx, Gracie Abrams, Noah Kahan and more.
The 21-year-old pop star took to Instagram on Monday to express her gratitude for the experience, as well as thank Robert Smith, frontman of the iconic English band The Cure, for joining her on stage.
In the middle of her set, Rodrigo invited Smith to sing two of The Cure's most popular songs, "Just Like Heaven" and "Friday, I'm in Love."
"headlining Glastonbury was quite literally just like a dream. thank you especially to Robert Smith for playing two of my favorite songs of all time on stage with me last night. and also for writing on my t shirt backstage (I am keeping it forever)," the "Vampire" singer wrote in her Instagram caption. "I am so grateful to everyone who came out and sang and jumped. A night I will never ever forget❤️🇬🇧🎸."
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Smith, 66, has long been celebrated for his unique voice, signature style and emotional songwriting. His band, The Cure, was formed in 1978 and was one of the most popular rock bands in the 80s and 90s. Fronted by Smith, they rose to fame with their hits such as "Friday, I'm in Love," "Just Like Heaven" and "Lovesong." They were inducted into the 2019 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, and their influence can still be felt across generations.
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Fans can watch Rodrigo perform with Smith here.
Olivia Rodrigo Praises '80s Star, 66, in 'Grateful' Message first appeared on Parade on Jun 30, 2025
This story was originally reported by Parade on Jun 30, 2025, where it first appeared.
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