Excitement was overflowing at the Los Angeles Dodgers’ sixth annual Blue Diamond Gala, Both because it was the first time since 2019 at the signing event It was being held, and out of anticipation, with Jennifer Lopez’s concert at Dodger Stadium.
“I’m so excited. I think it’s going to be our biggest party yet,” Los Angeles Dodgers CEO Nicole Whiteman told DodgerBlue.com.
Many Dodgers players shared her sentiments and it was a testament to the star power that Lopez holds. Bruno Mars, Maroon 5, Earth Wind and Fire, Fleetwood Mac and John Legend They also hosted the Blue Diamond Gala.
“It’s J. Lo! I’ve been following it for many years since it started,” Dodgers announcer Jose Mota said. “I’m looking forward to it. A bit of a Latin beat. It’s Puerto Rican, and I’m Dominican, so there’s a mix.”
Dave Roberts, Dodgers manager, added, “It’s been three years since we did this, so we’ve all been looking forward to it. To get the players and their wives, Nicole from the Dodgers Foundation has done an amazing job. Their communication is endless. They have done so much for the community.”
“So we now have Jennifer Lopez here, to see a concert like this, it’s going to be a fun and special night.”
Walker Buehler and Mackenzie Buehler were equally enthusiastic, even if they disagreed about who was more likely to dance.
“Maybe it’s not me,” said Walker Buehler.
“I don’t know about that. You’re a great dancer,” Mackenzie Buehler replied.
Despite not seeing the Buehlers’ family, players and other VIPs have shared clips on social media of themselves enjoying Lopez’s performance, and her concert definitely met high expectations.
“The concert was a great time. JLo’s performance was really special,” said Evan Phillips. “I think everyone was curious how she would do, and I think she did one show. So it was really fun.
“She had a lot of energy and I think that made the whole night go by. It made it more fun for everyone present.”
Caleb Ferguson and Will Smith also paid tribute to the night. It was Smith’s first time attending the Blue Diamond Gala.
Dodgers pick Jennifer Lopez’s favorite songs
Justin, Courtney Turner, Clayton, and Elaine Kershaw were among those who listened to Lopez’s songs on their way to Dodger Stadium.
“Jenny from the Block is an all-time classic,” Justin Turner replied when asked about his favorite song. “You can’t go wrong with it. We’ve never seen her at prom, so we don’t know. We will be surprised. “
Courtney Turner chose “Waiting for Tonight” as her favorite Lopez song. “It was like jam in eighth grade,” she remembers. “I was wondering if it would be great hits or some new stuff. I always like the best hits. I like to know the songs.”
Clayton Kershaw was another person who went back to pick his favorite song on J. Lo, and chose Love Don’t Cost A Thing.
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