Shania Twain Brings Two 9-Year-Old Best Friends on Stage for a Dream Duet in Hershey
HERSHEY, PA – Concert magic took on a new meaning this weekend when Shania Twain turned her Hersheypark Stadium performance into an unforgettable memory for two young fans. The global country-pop superstar paused her set to invite 9-year-old best friends Violet and Hazel on stage — and what followed was as heartwarming as it was unforgettable.
From the Crowd to the Spotlight
The show, held on July 26, was already filled with feel-good energy when Twain noticed the two girls in the crowd. Brought to the concert by their mothers, Violet and Hazel introduced themselves as best friends from Baltimore, delighting the packed stadium with their excitement and matching charisma.
“I love the color theme!” Twain joked after hearing their names, which clearly charmed her — and the audience.
When asked what they wanted to be when they grew up, one of the girls beamed and said, “Just like you, Shania!” The moment drew a collective “aww” from the crowd — but it was about to get even more memorable.
Singing “Let’s Go Girls” With a Legend
Twain then asked the girls if they wanted to sing along with her, and they enthusiastically agreed. The trio launched into the chorus of Twain’s empowerment anthem “Let’s Go Girls,” with Violet and Hazel giving it their all.
“There’s a lot of words there, right?” Twain laughed when the girls briefly stumbled on the lyrics, helping them along with a smile. But they stuck with it, proudly finishing the line: “Man, I feel like a woman!” to thunderous applause.
An Uplifting Encore That Stole the Show
The sweet interaction capped an already high-spirited set and quickly became the night’s emotional highlight. The entire stadium responded with cheers, and Twain made sure the young stars soaked up every moment of their brief spotlight.
For Violet, Hazel, and their moms — and let’s be honest, the whole audience — this wasn’t just a cute moment. It was a core memory, a story they’ll likely tell for decades to come.
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