Do you live in Barcelona or are you visiting these days? Well, if you thought you saw walking through its streets Steven Spielberg, Bruce Springsteen or Barack Obama himself, calm; They weren’t your imagination. You’re not crazy, and your mind hasn’t played tricks on you either. In fact, chances are you’ve seen some of these stars around the Spanish town or all of them together.
But, What do these rock, movie and political celebrities have in common? The answer is simple: the “El Boss” concert in Barcelona. the american rocker begins its European tour this Friday, April 28 Springsteen & The E Street Band, and their first stop will be in Barcelona, at the Lluís Companys Olympic Stadium.
Obama and Springsteen’s lasting friendship
A few days ago, the news broke that the former President of the United States, Barack Obama, and his wife, Muchelle Obama, would travel to the Catalan capital to attend Springsteen’s concert. And, if you’re wondering how the two celebrities know each other, you’ll be surprised to know that Obama and The boss They have been friends for years. In fact, they coincided in many events and concerts.
Obama and Springsteen, in 2016. / Getty
In 2016, the American leader decorated Bruce Springsteen with the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Plus, the New Jersey singer participated in the first election campaign of Obama and sang at his famous inauguration. But there is even more! In 2021, they both collaborated on the Renegades podcast: Born in USA.
Spielberg, Springsteen and Obama have a banquet in Barcelona
I saw Bruce Springsteen at the Palacio de Deportes de Montjuic on April 21, 1981 during his tour of the sumptuous “The River”. Now, with his friends Spielberg and Obama, a great tribute is being paid to a highly recommended place like Amar Barcelona, where my friend Rafa Zafra from @EstimarZafra pic.twitter.com/yOaMkleYkL
— Federico Regalado (@2001_fede) April 28, 2023
But this friendly duo was joined by another outstanding member: Steven Spielberg. The famous filmmaker also traveled to Barcelona to attend the concert and even joined the meeting with the former political leader and musician the other evening.
As seen in a slew of videos and images that fans have managed to capture and share, the three They were seen having dinner at a well-known restaurant from Barcelona, Amar. Joining them was also the acclaimed former first lady; Patti Scialfa (the singer’s companion) and Kate Capshaw, the filmmaker’s companion.
Thus, the select group of celebrities gathered in the luxurious restaurant of the Palacio de Deportes de Montjuic the night before Springsteen dazzled with his concert in Barcelona.