Bruce Springsteen Celebrates at Tribeca With Bono and Patti Smith
WHO:
Billboard - Bruce Springsteen was honored at the Tribeca Festival.
Deadline - Bono and Patti Smith performed with Bruce Springsteen at the event.
WHAT:
USA Today - Springsteen stated, “If you’re hoping for a Bruce Springsteen presidential ticket in 2028, don’t hold your breath,” dismissing any notion of running for political office.
USA Today - Springsteen expressed that he is “pissed off and angry” and emphasized that he has put together a body of work “built for hard times.”
USA Today - Springsteen dedicated his Voices for Social Justice Award to “all the citizens of Minneapolis and Los Angeles and Portland, who stood against the federal invasion of their cities.”
USA Today - Springsteen stated, “I’m pissed off and angry, but in the past 50 years, I’ve put together a band that was built for hard times like these.”
USA Today - Springsteen expressed faith that America will make it through the current divisive era, emphasizing the need for people to recognize “each other's common humanity and dignity.”
USA Today - Springsteen dedicated his Voices for Social Justice Award to protesters across the nation, specifically mentioning “all the citizens of Minneapolis and Los Angeles and Portland, who stood against the federal invasion of their cities.”
Billboard - Springsteen received the Harry Belafonte Voices for Social Justice Award.
Deadline - Springsteen dedicated the award to “all the citizens of Minneapolis and Los Angeles and Portland who stood against the federal invasion of their cities.”
WHERE:
Deadline - The event took place at the Tribeca Festival in downtown Manhattan.
WHEN:
Deadline - The event occurred on a Saturday.
WHY:
Deadline - The award was given in recognition of social justice efforts.
HOW:
USA Today - Springsteen ended the event with the statement, “God bless America, and go Knicks.”
USA Today - Springsteen performed a solo, acoustic rendition of his song “Land of Hope and Dreams,” which he dedicated to his wife, Patti Scialfa.
Deadline - Springsteen performed "People Have The Power" during the event.
(UPDATED June 14, 2026 15:32 UTC)
Bruce Springsteen has made it clear that he has no plans to run for political office, stating, “If you’re hoping for a Bruce Springsteen presidential ticket in 2028, don’t hold your breath.” He expressed his frustration and anger, highlighting that his body of work is “built for hard times,” and dedicated his Voices for Social Justice Award to the citizens of Minneapolis, Los Angeles, and Portland who stood against what he called the federal invasion of their cities. Springsteen wrapped up the event with a heartfelt message, saying, “God bless America, and go Knicks.”
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(UPDATED June 14, 2026 08:17 UTC)
Bruce Springsteen recently expressed his anger and frustration during a performance, stating that he has built a band ready to face hard times like these. He dedicated his Voices for Social Justice Award to protesters across the nation, highlighting the courage of citizens in cities like Minneapolis, Los Angeles, and Portland who stood against federal actions in their communities. In a heartfelt moment, Springsteen performed a solo, acoustic version of his song “Land of Hope and Dreams,” dedicating it to his wife, Patti Scialfa.
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(UPDATED June 14, 2026 01:44 UTC)
Bruce Springsteen was honored at the Tribeca Festival in downtown Manhattan, where he received the Harry Belafonte Voices for Social Justice Award. During the event, he dedicated the award to “all the citizens of Minneapolis and Los Angeles and Portland who stood against the federal invasion of their cities,” and he also performed "People Have The Power," alongside Bono and Patti Smith. This recognition highlights Springsteen's commitment to social justice efforts and the impact of his music on important societal issues.